Role: Teaching Assistant
Location: M12, Manchester
Start Date: ASAP or September 2025
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (30-minute lunch break)
Pay: £13.69 to £15.87 per hour (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, long-term (potential to go permanent)
Reeson Education is recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a friendly, two-form entry primary school in the M12 area of Manchester. This Teaching Assistant role will involve 1:1 and small group work supporting pupils in a Key Stage 1 class, primarily working with children who have ASD and SLCN.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurturing and committed Teaching Assistant who enjoys building strong relationships and making a real difference to pupils with additional needs. The school can offer a start date as soon as possible or in September, depending on the right candidate's availability. Starting before summer allows the Teaching Assistant to get to know the children and transition smoothly into the new academic year, though this is not essential.
The school offers:
- A welcoming and supportive two-form entry school environment
- Excellent SEND support and a collaborative staff team
- Flexibility with start dates to suit the Teaching Assistant
- Opportunities for ongoing CPD and career development
- A rewarding and fulfilling role where the Teaching Assistant can grow in impact and confidence
Key responsibilities for this Teaching Assistant role:
- Working 1:1 and in small groups with pupils with ASD and SLCN in a KS1 classroom
- Building trust and promoting emotional wellbeing through consistency and care
- Supporting the Teaching Assistant team with routines, communication aids, and sensory strategies
- Assisting the class teacher with differentiated planning and targeted interventions
- Encouraging pupil confidence, self-regulation, and independence
- Working closely with the school's SENDCO and external specialists to ensure the best outcomes
- Providing a calm, structured, and positive presence throughout the school day
This Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone with prior experience in a mainstream or SEND setting, particularly those who have worked with pupils with communication or sensory needs. The school is looking for a Teaching Assistant who is resilient, compassionate, and skilled at building relationships with young learners.
If you are a proactive, empathetic, and reliable Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity where you can make a real difference - we want to hear from you. This Teaching Assistant position offers the chance to work within a brilliant team and potentially secure a permanent post in the future.
Apply today to be considered for this Teaching Assistant opportunity in the M12 area.
Reeson Education is working on behalf of the school to recruit for this Teaching Assistant position.
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%
