1:1 Teaching Assistant - Secondary School

Job description

1:1 Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Location: Liverpool
Pay: £95–£150 per day
Contract: Short-term, with potential for longer-term opportunities
Start Date: Immediate Start

Sometimes, making the biggest difference starts with supporting just one student.

TeacherActive are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Secondary School in Liverpool.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys helping young people overcome challenges, build confidence and achieve their full potential.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity, a graduate hoping to gain valuable classroom experience, or someone with a background in supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you.

What does the role involve?

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting an individual student throughout their school day, helping them feel confident, included and engaged in their learning.

No two days will be exactly the same, but your support could make a real difference to a young person's educational experience.

You'll work closely with teachers and the wider school team to:

Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a student within a Secondary School setting

Help the student access lessons and engage positively with classroom activities

Encourage independence, confidence and positive learning behaviours

Adapt your approach to meet the student's individual learning needs

Support academic progress across KS3 and KS4 where appropriate

Build a positive, trusting relationship with the student

Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the school's SEND team to create an inclusive learning environment

The most important thing is your ability to make a student feel supported, understood and capable of succeeding.

We're looking for someone who:

Has experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or educational setting

Has previous experience providing 1:1 support, SEND support or general classroom assistance

Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)

Is patient, understanding and able to adapt to different learning needs

Can build positive relationships with students and staff

Has strong communication and behaviour management skills

Is r...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wallasey

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English