About Role:

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a great school in Southport starting in January 2026. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a young person, providing tailored academic and emotional support within a secondary school setting.

1:1 Teaching Assistant

• Location - Southport, PR8
• Type of work - Long Term
• Start date - January 2026
• Contract type - Long-term Temporary
• Full time/part time - Full time
• Pay: Paid to scale
• Hours: - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with a specific student to support their learning and progress across the curriculum.
• Assist with adapting lesson materials to meet the student's individual needs.
• Promote student engagement, confidence, and independence.
• Liaise effectively with teachers, SENCO, and parents/carers.
• Support the delivery of individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with young people in an education setting, particularly those with additional learning needs, is desirable.
• Patient, empathetic, and adaptable
• Able to work collaboratively with staff
• A relevant qualification (eg Teaching Assistant or equivalent) is an advantage.

To be eligible:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional references/cover the last 2 years

If you are interested in this role, please apply to this advert.