Teaching Assistant
Location: Manchester (M13)
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £13.69-£15.87 per hour
Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday (30 min lunch)
Contract: Long-Term, Full-Time
Reeson Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH primary setting in Manchester (M13). This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting pupils with severe behavioural needs, ADHD, and SEMH challenges.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils both in-class and on a one-to-one basis, providing tailored support and interventions. The successful Teaching Assistant will also assist in small groups and larger class settings, helping maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment.
Teaching Assistant - Key Responsibilities:
- Support pupils with SEMH, ADHD, and behavioural needs as a Teaching Assistant
- Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions
- Work alongside teachers to support learning and classroom management
- Support practical, creative, and sensory activities as a Teaching Assistant
- Assist with behaviour management and maintain consistency across the school day
- Provide care and guidance for pupils with complex needs
- Adapt and implement strategies as directed by teachers
- Maintain safeguarding standards as a Teaching Assistant
- Contribute to planning and feedback sessions
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals
Teaching Assistant - Requirements:
- Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in SEMH, SEND, or behaviour-focused settings
- Recent Team Teach or equivalent training within the last 2 years
- Confidence working with pupils with complex behavioural and emotional needs
- Ability to deliver one-to-one, two-to-one, and group support
- Calm, patient, resilient, and adaptable
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join This SEMH Primary School as a Teaching Assistant?
- Long-term, full-time role with consistent hours
- Supportive leadership and SEN team
- Opportunity to work with pupils with complex needs and make a real difference
- Competitive hourly rate (£13.69-£15.87)
- Chance to further develop skills and experience in SEMH education
If you are a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role in a specialist SEMH primary setting, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your career as a Teaching Assistant with Reeson Education.
Reeson Education:
Reeson Education is the 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 the UK. 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%
