Role: Year 5 Teaching Assistant
Location: Birkenhead, Wirral
Salary: £425 - £450 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.
About the Role
Are you ready to make a real difference as a Teaching Assistant?
Connex Education is partnering with a Primary School in Birkenhead to recruit a Year 5 Teaching Assistant. The role involves general classroom support and working with small groups of children with additional needs to boost their learning. We are looking for someone dependable, proactive, and experienced in supporting Key Stage 2 pupils.
About the School
This welcoming two-form entry primary school nurtures curiosity, confidence, and wellbeing through a rich curriculum and strong community ties.
Assignment Details
This role runs Monday to Friday (8:30am–3:30pm). The position starts ASAP and is likely to continue long term for the right person.
Benefits of working with Connex Education
* Competitive weekly rate.
* PAYE paid weekly.
* Free access to our accredited CPD platform.
* Career progression opportunities via our conversion courses.
* Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st-century classroom.
* Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities.
Person Specification
* Level 2/3 teaching assistant qualification; however, those with relevant school experience will be considered.
* GCSEs or equivalent Level 2 in Maths and English.
* Experience of supporting pupils in a school or similar setting.
* Current DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for a new one through Connex.
Are you interested?
If you are interested or would like to discuss more opportunities, please apply today!
Protected Characteristics Statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.