Teaching Assistant

Location:

Widnes, Cheshire. School Type:
Mainstream Primary School with Dedicated SEND Bases.

Working Hours:

Full-time, 8:30am - 3:30pm. Hourly Rate: £13.50 - £14.50 per hour (based on experience).

Aspire People are delighted to be recruiting for a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a thriving primary school in Widnes. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for children aged 4 - 11 years and prides itself on offering high-quality education to all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) through their dedicated SEND bases.

• A committed and compassionate individual with a passion for working with children.
• Experience working with primary‑aged children, preferably in a SEND setting (but not essential).
• The ability to support children both in the classroom and in small group or 1:1 settings, tailored to individual needs.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.
• An understanding of child development and an eagerness to support children's learning and wellbeing.

• A supportive and friendly school environment with an emphasis on teamwork.
• Access to continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Competitive hourly rates, starting from £13.50 to £14.50 per hour, dependent on experience.
• A full‑time position with regular hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm.
• Temp to perm opportunities for the right candidate.
• Excellent transport links, making it easy to get to and from work.
• Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
• Competitive hourly pay based on your experience.
• Opportunities to work in welcoming primary schools across St Helens and Merseyside.
• Access to relevant CPD and training opportunities.
• £250 Refer a Friend bonus*
• £100 sign‑up bonus after completing 10 days of work – no obligation!

If you are looking to make a real difference in the lives of young learners and are passionate about supporting children with SEND, we would love to hear from you!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.