Unqualified Primary Teaching Assistant - Skelmersdale

Location: Skelmersdale

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: Temporary - Full Time

Pay: £109.85 per day

Spencer Clarke Group are working with a welcoming primary school in Skelmersdale who are seeking an Unqualified Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional learning, behavioural and communication needs within a mainstream primary school. Many of the children benefit from consistent, structured and reliable support to help them engage with learning, build confidence and reach their full potential.

The school are looking for someone who is reliable, punctual and committed, as consistency is essential for pupils who thrive through familiar routines and positive relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to begin a rewarding career in education while making a genuine difference to children's lives.

Suitable backgrounds may include care settings, children's residential services, youth work, coaching, nursery settings, healthcare, support work or specialist education, where behaviour management, emotional support and safeguarding are key responsibilities.

The Role:

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  Provide 1:1 and small group classroom support.
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  Support pupils with additional learning, communication and behavioural needs.
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  Help children remain engaged, motivated and focused during lessons.
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  Work alongside the class teacher to adapt activities and provide individual support.
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  Support pupils with speech, language and communication needs where required.
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  Encourage confidence, independence and positive social interaction.
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  Help maintain a calm, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.
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  Build positive and consistent relationships with pupils and staff.

Essential Experience:

Applicants should have experience supporting children or young people through roles such as:

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  Care or residential support.
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  Youth work or coaching.
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  Nursery or early years settings.
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  Learning support or classroom support.
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  Behavioural or emotional support.
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  Healthcare or community support roles.

Applications without relevant experience supporting children or young people may not be shortlisted.

What We're Looking For:

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  A patient, caring and resilient approach.
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  Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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  Confidence supporting children's learning and behaviour.
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  A proactive and adaptable attitude.
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  Excellent reliability, punctuality and commitment.
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  Passion for helping children achieve their full potential.

Why Work With Spencer Clarke Group?

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  Competitive daily pay of £109.85 per day.
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  Full-time opportunity from September 2026.
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  Long-term placements with potential for permanent opportunities.
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  Ongoing support from experienced education consultants.
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  Access to a wide range of schools and future career opportunities.

Referral Bonus

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Application Requirements

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our safeguarding policy.
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and explain any gaps. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be willing to attend a registration interview.
All pay rates quoted include 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position; in some cases, permanent opportunities may arise at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group works with a variety of schools across a wide geographical area, covering Primary, Secondary, Special Educational Needs, college-level teaching and support staff roles.