Nursery Practitioner VacancyDo you have a passion for supporting young children's development and fostering their early learning journey?An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join a respected and well-established nursery in Birkenhead. About Us:We provide a welcoming, safe, and stimulating environment for children aged 6 months to 5 years. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care and education, enabling every child to flourish. Your Role:As a valued member of our team, you will collaborate with experienced staff to create an engaging and nurturing environment for children. Your responsibilities will include: Designing and delivering age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) frameworkMonitoring and recording children's development and progressEstablishing positive relationships with children and their familiesMaintaining a safe and hygienic environmentProviding emotional support and comfort when requiredCollaborating with the team to foster a vibrant learning space Key Requirements: Minimum NVQ Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent)Previous experience in a nursery or childcare setting (preferred)Sound understanding of the EYFS frameworkStrong communication and interpersonal skillsA genuine passion for fostering early childhood development Working Hours:Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. We value work-life balance and provide a supportive working environment. Benefits: Competitive pay: £13.75 to £14.50 per hourOpportunities for professional developmentFriendly and supportive team cultureCareer advancement prospects If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on children's early development, we would love to hear from you.Apply now to join our dynamic and caring team!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.
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SEN Teaching Assistant Year 1 - Birkenhead

Teaching Personnel have been approached by a School within the Birkenhead for a Year 1 Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a child with SEN.The role:The role is working one to one with a child with a diagnosis of autism. This child is currently being supported outside of the classroom; It will be a requirement for the successful candidate to become familiar with existing support plans which are set out to facilitate the integration of the child back into the classroom throughout autumn term.This is a full-time role from Monday to Friday, due to commence in February 2026. The hours are 8:45am-3:15am. The suitable candidate will be working closely with the school’s SENCO to ensure the child is sufficiently supported and that all information is shared accordingly. It is therefore important that the candidate works effectively alongside the SENCO and the child’s parents to implement the best possible support.The rates of pay are very competitive with an hourly rate of £13.75 - £14.50.The candidate:SEN experience would be desirable, with evidence of previously de-escalating challenging behaviour. The successful candidate must have the willingness to learn new skills via the schools CPD program. The candidate must have an adaptable approach to supporting the child that they will be working with on a 1:1 basis. Open mindedness, supportiveness and understanding of Special Educational Needs is preferred.The school:This School is a very warm and welcoming environment, they pride themselves on providing top level education for the children whilst providing a good platform to develop experience as a Teaching Assistant. The school is located within the Birkenhead area (CH41) and is easily accessible by car or public transport.If you believe this is the role for you then please contact me by pressing “apply now”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.
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SEN Teaching Assistant Year 1 - Birkenhead

Teaching Personnel have been approached by a School within the Birkenhead for a Year 1 Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a child with SEN.The role:The role is working one to one with a child with a diagnosis of autism. This child is currently being supported outside of the classroom; It will be a requirement for the successful candidate to become familiar with existing support plans which are set out to facilitate the integration of the child back into the classroom throughout autumn term.This is a full-time role from Monday to Friday, due to commence in February 2026. The hours are 8:45am-3:15am. The suitable candidate will be working closely with the school’s SENCO to ensure the child is sufficiently supported and that all information is shared accordingly. It is therefore important that the candidate works effectively alongside the SENCO and the child’s parents to implement the best possible support.The rates of pay are very competitive with an hourly rate of £13.75 - £14.50.The candidate:SEN experience would be desirable, with evidence of previously de-escalating challenging behaviour. The successful candidate must have the willingness to learn new skills via the schools CPD program. The candidate must have an adaptable approach to supporting the child that they will be working with on a 1:1 basis. Open mindedness, supportiveness and understanding of Special Educational Needs is preferred.The school:This School is a very warm and welcoming environment, they pride themselves on providing top level education for the children whilst providing a good platform to develop experience as a Teaching Assistant. The school is located within the Birkenhead area (CH41) and is easily accessible by car or public transport.If you believe this is the role for you then please contact me by pressing “apply now”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.
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About the Role:Are you passionate about creating vibrant, sustainable outdoor spaces for communities to enjoy? We are looking for a dynamic and experienced professional to lead the management of a diverse portfolio of green spaces across the Birkenhead area. This exciting role covers parks, open spaces, allotments, countryside and coastal areas, playgrounds, events, trees, and cemeteries, ensuring they are maintained to the highest standards and accessible for all. Key Responsibilities: Lead and motivate operational teams to deliver exceptional services. Develop and implement site management plans, including nature conservation projects. Manage budgets effectively, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and relevant legislation. Build strong relationships with local communities and stakeholders to enhance green spaces. Support staff development and foster a culture of excellence. About the candidate: Do you have proven leadership and team management experience along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Do you have a genuine passion for improving and maintaining public green spaces along with strong financial and operational management skills with experience in community engagement and partnership working. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on the quality of outdoor spaces enjoyed by thousands of residents and visitors. If you are motivated by delivering outstanding services and creating environments that promote well-being and sustainability, we would love to hear from you. For an informal chat about this role - please contact Darran Marquiss on email darranmarquiss@wirral.gov.uk. Interviews to be held week commencing 19th January 2026. If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on info@involvenorthwest.org.uk or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349. If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress, and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing recruitment@wirral.gov.uk Working at Wirral You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start: Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things, and behave. We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing, and investing in our people. We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays. We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities. Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us. We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible, please contact recruitment@wirral.gov.uk Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies. It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances. Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration. Forms received via the post will not be processed. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK. Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page. The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now. We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. 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Job Opportunity: HLTA Role in Birkenhead (CH41)Position Details: Role: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)Location: Birkenhead (CH41)Start Date: January 2026Pay Rate: £100 - £110 per dayContract: Full-time, temporary with the possibility of becoming permanent About the Role:
Are you looking for a varied and stimulating role where every day presents fresh challenges and rewarding experiences? Would you like to make a positive difference in children’s lives? If so, this opportunity might be ideal for you!A large primary school in Birkenhead (CH41) is seeking a skilled HLTA to join their team on a fixed-term contract starting in January 2026. The role is set to last for the remainder of the academic year and offers the potential for a permanent appointment.Responsibilities: Provide cover for PPA (Planning, Preparation, and Assessment) and teacher absences across both KS1 and KS2Uphold and embody the school's distinctive values and vision in your teaching practices Requirements: Experience working across both KS1 and KS2 is desirableExperience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is advantageousHLTA qualification (or equivalent) or an Early Career Teacher seeking additional experience in primary education About the School: Rated 'Good' by OfstedHighly regarded within the local communityFosters a warm and inclusive atmosphere The school has a higher-than-average proportion of disadvantaged pupils, so prior experience working with SEN children would be beneficial.How to Apply:
If this role sounds like the right fit for you, please click “Apply Now” to take the next step in your career.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.
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Location - Birkenhead Hourly Rate -  £12.70 - £12.75Hours per week -  35 hours per week    Are you looking for a rewarding career making a real difference to people’s lives?Autism Together is one of the country’s leading providers of services and support to autistic people and their families. It is an exciting time to be joining the charity within one of our Residential properties across Wirral and West Cheshire as we are looking to organically grow the team. What you will be doing…
You’ll be working with a warm, friendly team based within one of our locations to deliver individualised care plans to the people we support. You will be supporting individuals within their home environment and when accessing the local community, along with daily activities, appointments and personal care needs. Join Autism Together and expect:· Excellent rates of pay (£12.70 per hour/ up to £12.75 per hour, plus enhanced overtime rates)· Free enhanced DBS check
· Fully paid induction training from our award-winning Training & Development Team
· Buy back additional annual leave
· Discounts for high street stores and eligibility for Blue Light Card benefit
· Pension Scheme
· Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) and occupational health
· Early overtime pay scheme
· Annual staff awards celebrating staff achievements
· Generous refer-a-friend scheme
· Ongoing professional career progression
· Opportunities to obtain a professionally recognised qualification and complete an apprenticeship relevant to the role
· Access to join Medicash (private health care scheme)
· Employee of the month
· Staff suggestion scheme
· Regular communication from management
· Sleep ins: Some of our locations require staff to undertake sleep-in duties to which you will receive an additional payment per sleep in.
· Overtime pay: Overtime is available at an additional £1.20 per hour during weekdays or £2.00 per hour during weekends on top of your hourly rate of pay.
  Hours of work...
Within our Services, our hours run on a shift patterns consist of mixture of 7.45 am - 9.45 pm and  8 am - 10 pm. to discus at interview. If you are looking to work for an Award Winning Charity dedicated to The People we Support within our service and that has a commitment to growing and rewarding staff, then please apply for the role. Please click on the following link to download the full Job Description and Person Specification: https://autismtogether.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Support-Worker-Job-Description-Person-Specification-April-25.pdf Due to a high volume of applications, we may need to close this vacancy earlier than expected. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to be considered. Read Less

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Job description Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Primary School Location: Birkenhead
Pay: GBP105 GBP115 per day
Start Date: ASAP About the Role:
A welcoming primary school in the Birkenhead area is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them succeed in both learning and personal development. The successful candidate will work alongside teachers and the SENCO to provide one-to-one and small group support, adapting activities to meet the needs of individual pupils. Key Responsibilities: Support children with special educational needs ( autism, ADHD, speech and language, social/emotional needs). Provide encouragement to build pupils confidence and independence. Assist teachers in creating inclusive and engaging lessons. Promote a safe, positive, and supportive classroom environment. Collaborate with staff and parents to ensure the best outcomes for pupils. Requirements: Previous experience supporting children with SEN is desirable. A patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic approach to working with young children. Good communication and teamwork skills. Flexibility and resilience in a busy classroom environment. Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one). What We Offer: Competitive daily pay (GBP105 GBP115). A supportive and friendly primary school setting. Training and development opportunities. The chance to make a real difference to childrens education and wellbeing. How to Apply:
If you are available to start immediately and want to play an important role in supporting childrens learning, please apply today with your CV and a short covering statement. Read Less

Early Years Teaching Assistant Job – Upton, Birkenhead (Wirral)

Are you passionate about early years education?
A well-regarded nursery setting in Upton, Birkenhead, located on the Wirral, is seeking a dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support young children’s development in a nurturing and engaging environment.

Key Responsibilities
Support children’s learning and development across the EYFS framework
Assist with daily routines, play-based learning, and structured activities
Provide one-to-one and small group support
Promote positive behaviour and social interaction
Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning space

Candidate Requirements
Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or EYFS
Experience working in a nursery or early years setting
Strongmunication and teamwork skills
A caring, proactive, and patient approach
BenefitsFlexible working options (full-time, part-time)
Ongoing professional development
Support from Hays Education consultants

If you're looking for a fulfilling role in early years education in Upton, Birkenhead, this is your chance to make a real impact. Apply today and take the next step in your childcare career on the Wirral.

Apply now or contact us for more information about this exciting Early Years Teaching Assistant job in Upton, Birkenhead.
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