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Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: M8, Manchester
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (30-minute lunch break)
Pay: GBP14.25 to GBP16.65 per hour (PAYE or umbrella)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Long-term, ongoing
Reeson Education is looking for a Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in the M8 area. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive in both academic and social settings.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will be working on a one-to-one basis with a Year 6 pupil with SEMH needs, providing personalised support to help them achieve their best. At times, you will also provide group support, helping other KS2 children with interactive learning, fun activities, and sports-based sessions. The school is proud of its inclusive approach and is seeking a Teaching Assistant who is patient, proactive, and creative in their support methods.
Teaching Assistant Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 support for a Year 6 pupil with SEMH needs as their dedicated Teaching Assistant.
- Deliver small group support and assist with classroom learning across KS2.
- Encourage participation through interactive games, sports, and creative learning activities.
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored strategies.
- Promote positive behaviour management and build strong relationships with pupils.
- Help to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment as a reliable Teaching Assistant.
- Support both academic and emotional development with empathy and patience.
- Be adaptable and flexible to meet the needs of the class and individual pupils.
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Teaching Assistant Requirements
- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, particularly with SEMH, is desirable.
- A caring, resilient, and proactive attitude.
- Ability to engage children through creativity, games, and interactive learning.
- Strong communication skills and teamwork ability.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness).
- Full commitment to a long-term, full-time Teaching Assistant role.
Why Join This School as a Teaching Assistant?
- Supportive, inclusive mainstream primary school environment.
- Opportunity to work closely with children and make a real difference.
- Long-term stability with consistent hours.
- Excellent daily pay, paid weekly.
- Ongoing CPD and safeguarding training via Reeson Education.
- Be part of a passionate and welcoming team where your role as a Teaching Assistant is highly valued.
If you're a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant ready to take on a new challenge supporting SEMH needs in KS2, we would love to hear from you.
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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 core 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 and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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