Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: M14, Manchester
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (30-minute lunch break)
Pay Rate: £13.69 to £15.87 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term
Reeson Education is recruiting a reliable and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and well-organised two-form entry primary school in the M14 area of Manchester. This full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant role is to start as soon as possible and will involve working across the whole of Key Stage 2, supporting pupils with varying levels of need.
The successful Teaching Assistant will support children with a range of SEN and lower ability, helping to close gaps and raise attainment across the curriculum, particularly in core subjects. You will also assist the class teacher with delivering learning activities, behaviour support, and maintaining a focused, inclusive classroom environment.
Please do not apply unless you are available for the required hours and fully committed to working Monday to Friday, full-time. Previous UK school-based experience is essential for this Teaching Assistant role.
Teaching Assistant Key Responsibilities:
* Provide support across all KS2 year groups (Years 3-6)
* Work with pupils with additional needs, lower ability, and EHCPs
* Support progress in English, Maths, and across the wider curriculum
* Work 1:1, with small groups, and provide in-class support
* Assist the class teacher with planning, behaviour, and classroom organisation
* Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will:
* Have recent experience working in a UK primary school (Essential)
* Be confident supporting KS2 pupils and differentiated learning needs
* Be patient, consistent, and proactive in the classroom
* Be a team player with excellent communication skills
* Be committed to a full-time role and able to start ASAP
Teaching Assistant Requirements:
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
* Right to work in the UK
* References covering the last 2-3 years from school-based settings
* Relevant experience working with KS2 and SEN pupils
Benefits for the Teaching Assistant:
* Excellent hourly pay, paid weekly
* Full-time, long-term opportunity in a stable and inclusive school
* Supportive senior leadership and teaching team
* Ongoing CPD and safeguarding training via Reeson Education
* Personal consultant support throughout your placement
If you're an experienced and committed Teaching Assistant ready to support pupils across KS2 in M14, apply now! Reeson Education would love to hear from you.
Reeson Education:
Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.
Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%
