Teaching Assistant - Former Care Workers, St Helens

Former Care Workers Looking to Transition to Schools Care Workers – Transition into a School Setting

Location: WA9 (St Helens area)

Start Date: Late May / Early June 2026

Contract: Full-time and part-time with temp-to-perm opportunities

Bring Your Care Experience into the Classroom. Are you currently working in care and looking for a fresh, rewarding challenge? Your skills are highly transferable—and this could be the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a school setting.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual student needs
• Create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment
• Support students with daily routines, personal care, and mobility (where required)
• Help develop key life skills such as communication, independence, and emotional regulation
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to implement personalised learning plans
• Monitor progress and contribute to a holistic approach to student development

• Have experience in a care, support, or youth work setting
• Are confident supporting individuals with additional needs and personal care
• Hold a Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service (or are willing to obtain one)
• Have a basic understanding of Autism and complex learning needs (desirable)
• Are patient, empathetic, and resilient
• Can build strong relationships and communicate effectively
• Are adaptable and thrive in a dynamic environment
• Are committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing

• A rewarding opportunity to transition from care into education
• Full-time and part-time roles available
• Typical hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm or 9:00am - 3:00pm
• Temp-to-perm opportunities for the right candidates
• Ongoing support, training, and development
• Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience

• Axcis is an equal-opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal-opportunities criteria.
• The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up-to-date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.
• If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
• This is a temporary position unless otherwise stated.