KS2 Teaching Assistant - Upper Primary Classroom Support

Aspire People; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting an experienced KS2 Teaching Assistant to support pupils and teaching staff across upper primary classrooms in Manchester and the surrounding areas.

This role suits a confident Teaching Assistant who helps pupils become independent learners as they prepare for secondary school, supporting maths, english and reading comprehension. Safety and safeguarding are core priorities.

Qualifications

• Recent UK-based primary school experience within the last two years.
• Experience supporting KS2 pupils (Years 5 or 6).
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum, particularly Maths and English.
• Able to help pupils develop reasoning, comprehension and writing.
• Ability to build positive relationships with boundaries.
• Good behaviour management and communication skills.
• Adaptable, organised and safeguarding-focused.

Responsibilities

• Support across Years 5 and 6 in KS2 classrooms.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce activities.
• Assist pupils with Maths, English, reading comprehension and extended writing.
• Provide differentiated tasks and explanations as needed.
• Help pupils develop organisation, independence and learning habits.
• Support pupils with SEND to access lessons and routines.
• Encourage engagement, behaviour and participation.
• Prepare resources and assist teachers with classroom activities.
• Provide feedback on pupil progress and areas of difficulty.
• Support transitions, group activities and other parts of the school day.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Organisation

Safeguarding

Relationship building

Job description

KS2 Teaching Assistant - Upper Primary Classroom Support

Years 5 & 6 | Manchester & Surrounding Areas | Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting an experienced KS2 Teaching Assistant to support pupils and teaching staff across upper primary classrooms in Manchester and the surrounding areas.

This opportunity would suit a confident Teaching Assistant who enjoys working with older primary pupils, supporting their academic development and helping them become more independent learners as they prepare for the transition to secondary school.

You will assist with classroom learning, reinforce key concepts and provide additional support to pupils who need help accessing the curriculum.

The Role:

• Supporting teaching and learning across Years 5 and 6
• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce classroom activities
• Assisting pupils with Maths, English, reading comprehension and extended writing
• Supporting pupils who require differentiated tasks or additional explanations
• Helping children develop organisation, independence and effective learning habits
• Supporting pupils with SEND to access lessons and classroom routines
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement and participation
• Preparing resources and assisting teachers with classroom activities
• Providing feedback on pupil progress, engagement and areas of difficulty
• Supporting transitions, group activities and other aspects of the school day

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has recent UK-based primary school experience within the last two years
• Has experience supporting KS2 pupils, ideally in Years 5 or 6
• Has a good understanding of the primary curriculum, particularly Maths and English
• Is confident helping pupils develop reasoning, comprehension and written communication
• Can build positive relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries
• Has effective behaviour management and communication skills
• Is adaptable, organised and committed to safeguarding

Experience supporting SATs preparation, pupils with SEND or children working towards age-related expectations would be advantageous.

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Opportunities across KS2 and upper primary settings
• Daily supply and long-term roles
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities to gain experience across different schools and year groups

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.