Autism Initiatives
Teaching Assistant (Term time only)
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“Staff enjoy being part of the Peterhouse School team and are supportive of the children and each other.”
(Wellbeing Award for Schools, 2025)
Can you bring your KIT to Peterhouse? We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who share our school values of Kindness, Integrity and Team First!
Teaching Assistant
Peterhouse School, Southport
35 hours per week, term time only
Full time (Part time considered)
£23,509- £24,458 per annum, depending on qualification
(actual salary based on working term-time only)
We are looking for a skilled Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting complex children to reach their full potential, and a creative approach to meeting needs and enhancing curriculum delivery.
In this role you will work collaboratively, supporting the teacher as part of a class staff team, to deliver education sessions and create a welcoming environment where all children and their parents feel valued and supported.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will be able to think creatively and flexibly, using an understanding of each pupil’s individual needs to help them grow into successful adults. You should be prepared to learn about a variety of approaches to engage pupils and overcome barriers to learning. You will have a positive attitude and be willing to reflect and develop. You will strive to practice the Peterhouse values of Kindness, Integrity and Team First. You will have an understanding of Autism, and will have obtained a Teaching Assistant Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards this.
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What do we offer?
- An innovative and dynamic school with good established practices, a strong culture and a future place of growth;
- Learners who enjoy school and thrive on their broad-based curriculum and wide range of activities;
- A stable, friendly and committed staff team determined to give our learners the best possible opportunities;
- Access to wellbeing support tools including our Employee Assistance Programme;
- A range of employee benefits including Medicash Scheme (free after 2 years in post), staff prize draws, cycle to work scheme etc;
- A comprehensive induction programme and CDP opportunities;
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Further information
“Peterhouse School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check with barred list information, the cost of which will be met by Autism Initiatives.”
The closing date for completed applications is 4 September 2026
Interviews dates are to be confirmed
How To Apply
If you are interested in the above position we would be delighted to hear from you. You can apply online using our website.
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery.
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