Experienced Secondary Teaching Assistant – Wirral Location: Wirral, Merseyside Position: Secondary School Teaching Assistant Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time (depending on school needs) Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience Start Date: ASAP Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting young people in secondary education? We are currently recruiting for a skilled and enthusiastic TA to join a forward-thinking secondary school on the Wirral. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in helping students succeed during a crucial stage in their academic journey. About the Role: You will work closely with classroom teachers to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, including those with additional needs. Your role will involve helping to deliver high-quality learning, fostering a positive learning environment, and providing 1:1 or small group support where necessary. Key Responsibilities: Support teachers in the delivery of engaging and differentiated lessons Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce learning objectives Assist students with SEND, SEMH, or other support needs to access the curriculum Promote positive behaviour and engagement in the classroom Help monitor student progress and contribute to their academic and personal development Requirements: Essential: Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school setting Relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent) preferred A calm, confident, and patient approach Excellent communication and interpersonal skills An up-to-date Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) What We Offer: A supportive school team and leadership Opportunities for CPD and career progression A varied and rewarding role with the chance to make a real difference A welcoming and inclusive working environment To Apply: Please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience to All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.