Intervention Specialist Teaching Assistant

Location: Halewood, Liverpool

Start Date: May 2026

Contract: Flexible / Temporary (with potential for extension or permanent opportunity)

Pay Rate: £14.25 – £15.50 per hour (depending on experience)

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a supportive and inclusive primary school in Halewood to recruit an Intervention Specialist Teaching Assistant. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced TA or educator who is passionate about providing targeted support to help pupils overcome barriers to learning.

The role focuses on delivering literacy and numeracy interventions to small groups and individual pupils across KS1 and KS2, supporting progress and boosting confidence.

About the School

This welcoming Halewood-based primary school places a strong emphasis on inclusion, pupil wellbeing, and closing attainment gaps. The leadership team is approachable and collaborative, with a clear focus on supporting staff and valuing their contribution. Intervention work is a key part of the school’s strategy, and your role will have a direct and meaningful impact.

The Role

As an Intervention Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Deliver structured interventions to pupils working below age-related expectations
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to assess needs and track progress
• Adapt resources and approaches to suit individual learning styles
• Support pupils both within and outside the classroom environment

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have recent experience delivering interventions in a primary school setting
• Have a strong understanding of the primary curriculum, particularly English and Maths
• Be confident working with small groups and one-to-one
• Be organised, proactive, and able to use their own initiative
• Hold a Level 2 or 3 TA qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Be passionate about helping children reach their full potential
• Hold a DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply through Teaching Personnel

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE (no umbrella companies)
• Flexible working options to fit your schedule
• Access to FREE CPD, including intervention-focused training
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
• £50 referral bonus for every educator you recommend

If you’re looking for a flexible intervention role where you can make a real difference from May onwards, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Teaching Personnel for further information.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.