Kirkby High School

Bracknell Avenue, Southdene, Kirkby, Merseyside, L32 9PP

TEACHING ASSISTANTS

27.5 hours per week (9.10am-3.10pm), term time only

Salary: NJC Grade C/Grade D (depending on experience)

Scale points 3–4 / 5-6 (pro-rata) plus SEN allowance

Grade C SCP 3-4 £25,614 - £26,016 plus SEN Allowance £1,590 pro rata

(Actual salary: £16,255 - £16,510 plus SEN allowance £1009)

Grade D SCP 5-6, £26,427 - £26,847 plus SEN Allowance £1,590 pro rata

(Actual salary: £16,770 - £17,037 plus SEN allowance £1009)

Required as soon as possible,

Temporary until 17^th July 2027, in the first instance, subject to funding

We are seeking teaching assistants to join a successful and established Inclusion Faculty.  The postholder will work with individuals and small groups who have specific educational needs.  Experience with secondary pupils preferred but not essential as training will be provided. 

Level 2 qualification in English and Maths or equivalent is essential. 

The successful candidate will:

• Be passionate about supporting education
• Bring energy and enthusiasm to the role
• Be flexible and adaptable in a busy educational environment
• Have the ability to work well in a team and independently
• Have a working knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures
• Have the ability to relate to young people
• Be able to inspire, influence, challenge and motivate, leading by example

We offer:

• Excellent CPD opportunities
• An opportunity to join a well-established, committed and successful team in an Academy with a strong ethos of teamwork and support
• An opportunity to join a friendly and supportive staff
• Free on-site parking
• Occupational Health and Pension
• Excellent facilities

Kirkby High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and adheres to the Equality Act 2010. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced DBS disclosure.  To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.

Further details and an application form can be downloaded from our website www.kirkbyhighschool.net/about-us/vacancies or

contact Jo Barrett, PA to Headteacher on 0151 477 8710 or
email j.barrett@kirkbyhighschool.net

Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Friday 25^th September 2026