Flexible Secondary Teaching Assistant | Diverse Classrooms

Teaching Personnel; Manchester; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 23,985; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Weekly pay

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Rewards

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are recruiting Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools in the Didsbury area, Manchester, with day-to-day supply, short-term cover and long-term placements. You will work with teachers to deliver engaging lessons, provide one-to-one and small group support, and assist pupils including those with SEN, across KS3–KS5 where needed.

A TA qualification, right to work in the UK, and relevant references are required; DBS checks are supported.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in schools, tutoring or youth settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Proactive and adaptable approach to supporting learners.

Responsibilities

• Support students across KS3 and KS4 (and KS5 in some settings).
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and effective lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Assist students with varying needs, including SEN (ASD, ADHD, SEMH).
• Help manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support students with coursework, revision, and exam preparation.

Skills

Experience with young people

Communication skills

Proactive and adaptable

Passion for student development

Subject flexibility

Education

TA qualification (Level 2/3)

Secondary school experience

SEN training/experience

Job description

Teaching Personnel are recruiting Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools in the Didsbury area, Manchester, with day-to-day supply, short-term cover and long-term placements. You will work with teachers to deliver engaging lessons, provide one-to-one and small group support, and assist pupils including those with SEN, across KS3–KS5 where needed.

A TA qualification, right to work in the UK, and relevant references are required; DBS checks are supported.