Teaching Assistant Location: St Helens Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm Pay: £95-£105 per day Start Date: November We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join a well-regarded secondary school in the St Helens area. As a Teaching Assistant, you will be working 1 to 1 with a student within their SEN department, providing targeted support to students who are disengaged with their education. Due to the nature of these students you must be comfortable with challenging behaviour. Your Role as a Teaching Assistant As a Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide classroom support across core subjects Work 1:1 with students. Help adapt activities to support different learning needs Encourage positive participation, focus and confidence in lessons Support the class teacher with learning resources and routines Contribute to a calm, safe and inclusive school environment We're Looking For Experience supporting children or young people (school, tutoring, youth work, care, coaching all welcome) A proactive and patient approach Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff Good communication and teamwork skills Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing Teaching Assistant experience is beneficial, but not essential. We welcome applications from graduates and career changers looking to start a rewarding role in education. What the School Can Offer A supportive and welcoming staff team Ongoing training and development Opportunities to progress into specialised SEN support, HLTA or Teacher Training routes A role where you will genuinely make a difference every day Apply Today If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant position, click Apply Now and we will be in touch within 2-3 working days. Prospero Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. You will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check Ref: VR/(phone number removed) IND-TA