Classroom Support Assistants
Rainhill High School, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 6NYThis job expired on 19 June 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
19 June 2026 at 4:42pm
Date listed
1 December 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Part time: Monday - Friday 28 hrs per week Term Time only + 5 Inset days
Contract type
- Fixed term - On a temporary annual contract subject to SEND funding & pupil retention
Full time equivalent salary
- £25,583 - £25,989 FTE
Actual salary
- £19,834 - £20,149 actual pa
Pay scale
- NJC SCP 5-6 Conditions of Service
What skills and experience we're looking for
Inspire & Excel at Rainhill High
Are you interested in a career when no two days are the same?
We are seeking to appoint committed and enthusiastic Classroom Support Assistants Level 2 from September 2026 to join our large and ambitious Academy. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils in achieving their full potential within a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.
Working under the direction of teaching staff and SENDCo, you will provide support for pupils both in lessons and through targeted interventions, helping to remove barriers to learning and promote positive outcomes for all.
You will have a crucial role as part of a team, who make our school a safe and happy place for every single one of our pupils and play a valuable part in shaping the lives of young people making sure Every Child matters.
Classroom Support Assistants need to build strong relationships, support behaviour management, and work collaboratively with staff to support pupil learning.
It is essential you have experience working with young people (school-based experience desirable) and;
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- can work both independently and as part of a team
- are organised, adaptable and proactive in the classroom
Our purpose built SEND base is equipped to support you and our pupils every step of the way.
Why Join Us?
Temporary rolling annual contract subject to funding & pupil retention
‘Good’ Ofsted-rated school (2023) – Part of Stephenson MAT
Supportive environment – Reduced workload, tech investment & career development
Excellent partnerships – Hope University, Ambition Institute, Rainbow Teaching School Hub and more
Purpose of the Post
- Under the teacher's clear guidance, in respect of their work with individuals or small groups, to support the education, personal and social development of pupils in the class including those with special educational needs and/or bilingual needs and to establish positive relationships with the pupils and assist them in completing structured learning activities. The role would be to ensure pupils remain on task and report progress to the teacher.
- To contribute to the overall vision and ethos of the school ensuring the best standards possible for pupils and staff.
- To be aware of and support differences and to ensure equal opportunities for all.
If you have the drive and determination to want the best for our pupils, we would like to hear from you.
Key Dates:
Apply by: Monday 6th July 2026 9.00AM
Interviews: Friday 10th July 2026
Apply now: Email your completed application form to jobs@rainhillhigh.org.uk
What the school offers its staff
Our School’s mission is 'In Pursuit of Excellence’ in everything that we do and our core values; Learn, Think, Contribute, Care, embody our determination to ensure that all our students receive a first class education that enables them to take their place in society confidently.
We are a popular and high achieving school on the edge of Merseyside with a very strong reputation locally and significantly over subscribed.
Vision Statement and Values - ‘In Pursuit of Excellence’
Our aims are;To ensure that all students achieve highly and leave us as well educated, healthy, confident individuals with a clear sense of social responsibility and personal integrity.To ensure students have the attributes, skills and qualifications to succeed. We expect our students to be able to thrive in contemporary society as a result of their time with us.That parents send their child to our Trust knowing that that their child will succeed and their well-being is prioritised in an inclusive setting.That staff development and well-being are central to our culture and the success of the Trust.
The school will ensure that all students;
Study an appropriately ambitious, broad and balanced curriculum, through which, they develop powerful knowledge, vocabulary, numeracy and literacy skills
Develop cultural capital through a range of planned experiences in and beyond school.
Achieve qualifications that enable students to take their next steps with confidence.
Adopt the school’s core values – Learn Think, Contribute and CareThe school is determined to;
Create a culture of fairness and compassionEnsure the highest levels of behaviour, attitude, conduct and respect
Provide a rich curriculum that challenges students to think and is delivered by up to date.
Ensure a strong partnership between parent, teacher and student
Ensure a wide range of enrichment and extra-curricular activities
Our expectation is that the behaviour and actions of Members, Trustees, Governors, staff and students reflect our mission and values daily.
Stephenson Trust - Multi Academy Trust Values Statement
Across Stephenson Trust we will;
Ensure that every child is safe and well cared for and that families are well supported.Raise the aspirations, expectations and attainment of all children.Respect, value and provide opportunity for all students and enable them to reach their true potential.Develop and mature all young people to become responsible citizens who can thrive in modern Britain and are able and willing to make a valuable contribution to society.Provide a high-quality learning culture and environment that supports learning and a curiosity of the world.Develop and support staff to develop professionally and be an employer of choice.Ensure that the local community has a school they can be proud of and that invests in them.Be an outward facing Trust that develops and shares good practice with its partners.Be financially robust, compliant with the Academies Financial Handbook and operate in accordance with our Articles of Association.Operate within the values of our mission statement; students, staff, parents and governance.
Further information about the job
Knowledge and Experience
Experience of working with young people of secondary school age
Experience of working with young people with special educational needs and disabilities
Ability to operate at a level of understanding and competence equivalent to NVQ Level 2 standard
Commitment to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people
Experience of working in a school or other learning environment
Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
Experience of working with confidential information
Awareness of current issues in the Education sector
Qualifications and Training
Good standard of education- Minimum of GCSE or equivalent grade C in English and Maths
NVQ level 2 or above qualification –appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
Commitment to undertake in –service development
Good numeracy and literacy skills
Willingness to undertake first aid training
Skills and Abilities
Excellent time management, planning and organisational skills
Ability to supervise and assist pupils
Good communication skills at all levels
Ability to work independently to organise own workload
Ability to make effective use of ICT systems
Ability to use Ipad systems, Microsoft 365 and Assistive Technology
Good team player
Flexible approach
Good Behaviour Management
Commitment to Equal Opportunities
Ability to understand and demonstrate commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace
Commitment to safeguarding
Rainhill High School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as well as promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion; where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosing & Barring Certificate and online searches as part of our Safer Recruitment & Selection Procedures.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Rainhill High School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1535 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Rainhill High School website
- Email address
- jobs@rainhillhigh.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01744677205
11-18 Mixed Academy 1534 on roll Rainhill High School is a co-educational secondary school and sixth form centre located in Rainhill, Merseyside, England. The school converted to an academy under Rainhill Learning Village in March 2017. More recently, the school has become part of the Stephenson MAT and was graded as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in February 2023. The Academy is working hard to make a difference to staff workloads by investing time, technology, and support to make Rainhill High School and Rainhill Sixth an attractive place to work. Our vision is one of excellence for everyone, pupils and staff. We believe that by working together we can make a positive difference to children’s lives. Stephenson Trust is currently a single school in a multi academy trust. We have several external partners, including Hope University, Ambition Institute, SSAT, Rainbow teaching school hub and the educational endowment fund. We are now seeking to expand in the next couple of years with those who share our desire to provide an excellent education
Arranging a visit to Rainhill High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jobs@rainhillhigh.org.uk.
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