Teaching Assistant Level 1

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Band C

Part time 33.00 Hours per week - 39 Weeks per year

Fixed term to 31/08/2026

At Park Primary School, we know that every member of staff makes a difference - and our Teaching Assistants are no exception. We're proud of the support team we¿ve built and are committed to developing every individual through weekly staff meetings, access to training and qualifications, and close support from experienced colleagues.

We are now looking to appoint a Level 1 Teaching Assistant (TA1) to join our warm, inclusive, and forward-thinking team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone at the start of their career in education - whether you're newly qualified, returning to work, or simply passionate about working with children.

We welcome applicants with an interest in Early Years, Key Stage 1, or Key Stage 2, and we are particularly interested in candidates who want to grow their skills in supporting children with communication needs, behaviour, SEMH, or additional learning needs.

The successful candidate will:

- Be enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to support children's learning and wellbeing
- Have experience working with children (in a school, childcare, or voluntary capacity)
- Be committed to inclusion and willing to support children with additional needs
- Be keen to learn and grow within a supportive and experienced team
- Be able to build warm, professional relationships with pupils and staff
- Work flexibly, using initiative while following guidance from the class teacher
- Be committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils

In return, Park Primary School offers:

- A nurturing environment where staff and pupils are valued
- Weekly TA team meetings and access to training tailored to your role
- Opportunities to progress to TA2 or TA3 level through in-school development routes
- A positive and experienced team who will support your journey
- A school that is committed to inclusion, wellbeing and professional learning

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

The working hours during term time are typically 8:40-15:30 Monday to Friday with a 17:00 finish for staff meeting/development once a week. A personalised timetable will be issued annually. You will also work the five inset days across the year for targeted CPD activities.

Application forms and supporting letters detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria within the Person Specification should be emailed to recruitment@park.wirral.sch.uk CVs will not be accepted.

Park Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.

Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and BarringService.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, as part of our pre-employment due diligence, we will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates. This will include social media websites and video platforms.

Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.