Description

Job Description: 1:1 Teaching Assistant KS1

Start Date: September (or earlier for the right candidate)

Location: L6 Liverpool
Hours: 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Hourly rate : £14.50- £15+ per hour dependent on experience (plus holiday pay)

A supportive primary school in the L6 area is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work with a child in Year 1 or Year 2 who has Autism. This is a rewarding role for someone who is patient, nurturing, and confident supporting children with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day
• Assist with communication, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning
• Follow individual support plans and work closely with the class teacher and SENCO
• Help maintain a calm, structured, and positive learning environment
• Encourage independence and confidence

Requirements

• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliability and consistency in supporting routines
• Relevant TA qualification (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme
• Ongoing professional development, including free training opportunities
• Pension contributions

All applicants must hold an enhanced DBS certificate (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered on the DBS update service. Candidates will be asked to provide a minimum of five years references and successfully pass all safeguarding checks

For more information or to discuss your application further call our office on 0151 924 2073