Teaching Assistant Level 1

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: £19,344.00 - £19,650.00 Annually (Actual)

Band C, SCP 4-5 (£25,185 - £25,583 FTE values)

Hours Per Week: 32.75

Weeks Per Year: 39

Closing Date: 8:00am, Wed 1 July 2026

Start Date: Immediate Start (dependent on notice required)

South Wirral High School is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school located in Eastham, Wirral, committed to providing an exceptional education and support to all students.

We are looking for a passionate Teaching Assistant to join our committed Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to make a significant impact on the lives of students requiring additional support.

Selection will be based on current qualifications, skills and experience fitting to the appropriate level.

The Team:

The person appointed will join an experienced and innovative SEND team, supporting students with a range of special educational needs across the entire school. This accompanying video will explain more about what it is like to work in this team: Click here to view our video

You:

Ideally the applicant should have recent and relevant experience in a similar role or experience in the pastoral care of young people with SEND in another sector, but this is not essential. You will be working with students, providing additional support to them during school hours. Assisting the learning of Key Stage 3 and 4 students, you will be working with a variety of students in the classroom, as well as on a one-to-one basis when required.

The post will provide a professional development opportunity for anyone considering a career in teaching or working with young people.

This accompanying booklet gives you more information about the personal and professional benefits that will be available to you: Click here to read our booklet

Closing Date: Wednesday 1 July 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 6 July 2026

We are sorry that it will not be possible to contact unsuccessful candidates. Anyone who has not heard of the progress of their application by the close of Monday 6th July must assume it has been unsuccessful.

Letters of application should address the person specification and job description.

The post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.

The school 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.

Our Safeguarding Policy can be found on our school’s website: https://southwirral.wirral.sch.uk/about-us/policies/