1:1 Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants for primary schools in Salford, starting January 2026. The role involves providing tailored support to students with additional needs, ensuring their engagement and developmental progress. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and a strong understanding of special educational needs. This full-time position offers competitive pay and the chance to contribute positively to children's education in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Personalised support and regular check-ins

Opportunities for skill development

Pay rate of £90–£100 per day

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with additional needs required.
• Passionate about making a difference in children's education.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support for a student with additional needs.
• Assist with classroom activities to promote engagement.
• Maintain accurate records of progress and support provided.

Skills

Experience working with children in an education or care setting

Supportive and patient nature

Strong understanding of SEND

Ability to build trust and positive relationships

Commitment to creating an inclusive environment

Job description

Teaching Assistant (SEND) – Primary Schools in Salford

Start Date: January 2026
Location: Salford, Greater Manchester
Contract: Full-time, Long-term (with potential for permanent role)
Pay Rate: £90–£100 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in a child’s education? Do you have experience supporting students with additional needs? We’re seeking dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistants to join welcoming and supportive primary schools across Salford starting January 2026. As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with a student who requires additional support to help engage with their learning and meet educational development goals. This will provide you with a rewarding opportunity to build strong professional relationships and directly contribute to the child’s progress and confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support for a student with additional needs (SEND, behavioural support, or learning delays)
• Assist with classroom activities, promoting inclusion and engagement
• Implement strategies set by the class teacher and SENCO
• Maintain accurate records of progress and support provided
• Support social and emotional development throughout the school day
• Adapt learning materials to suit individual requirements
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
• Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing remains the highest priority

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children in an education or care setting
• Supportive and patient nature with a passion for helping children succeed
• Strong understanding of SEND (Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech & language needs)
• Ability to build trust and positive relationships
• A commitment to creating an inclusive and inspiring learning environment

Why Work With Us?

We take pride in placing passionate individuals into roles where they can truly thrive. You’ll receive personalised support, regular check‑ins, and opportunities to develop your skill set within nurturing school environments.

Apply Today!

Contact Aaron Royle on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5015. If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don’t forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do 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 (for details please see our website).

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.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short‑term and long‑term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Aaron Royle

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 5015