Part-Time Teaching Assistant - Flexible School-Based Work

Aspire People; Peacehaven; Hybrid; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting reliable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants for part-time opportunities across primary schools in Manchester and the surrounding areas.

These roles fit those wanting flexible hours, with duties including general classroom support, small-group activities, supporting pupils with additional learning needs, and helping pupils access learning resources. Availability and reliability are essential to secure placements.

Qualifications

• Recent UK-based school experience within the last two years.
• Experience supporting primary-aged children in a school environment.
• Reliable, patient and confident working as part of a team.
• Clear communication with pupils and teaching staff.
• Willing to support different activities depending on placement.
• Provide clear availability and commit to agreed working hours.
• Understanding safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers with classroom learning and daily activities.
• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Helping pupils access differentiated activities and classroom resources.
• Supporting reading, writing, Maths and other age-appropriate learning.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement and independence.
• Assisting pupils with SEND where required by placement.
• Helping children follow routines and transitions between activities.
• Preparing resources and supporting classroom organisation.
• Communicating observations to teachers and staff.
• Following safeguarding procedures and school policies.

Skills

UK school experience

Teamwork

Patience

Communication with pupils & staff

Job description

Part-Time Teaching Assistant - Flexible School-Based Work

Manchester & Surrounding Areas | Part-Time Opportunities | Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting reliable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants for part-time opportunities across primary schools in Manchester and the surrounding areas.

These roles are ideal for candidates who want to work in education but cannot commit to a full-time timetable. Whether you are looking for a few days per week, shorter working hours or a role that fits around other commitments, we can discuss opportunities based on your availability and experience.

Assignments may involve general classroom support, small-group activities, individual pupil support or helping children with additional learning needs.

The Role:

• Supporting teachers with classroom learning and daily activities
• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning
• Helping pupils access differentiated activities and classroom resources
• Supporting reading, writing, Maths and other age-appropriate learning
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement and independence
• Assisting pupils with SEND where required by the placement
• Helping children follow classroom routines and transition between activities
• Preparing resources and supporting the organisation of the classroom
• Communicating relevant observations to teachers and other staff
• Following safeguarding procedures and school policies

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has recent UK-based school experience within the last two years
• Has experience supporting primary-aged children in a school environment
• Is reliable, patient and confident working as part of a team
• Can communicate effectively with pupils and teaching staff
• Is willing to support different activities depending on the placement
• Can provide clear availability and commit reliably to agreed working hours
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and inclusive education

Experience supporting SEND, phonics, early learning or small-group interventions would be advantageous.

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Opportunities to find work that fits around your availability
• Part-time and flexible placements, subject to school requirements
• Daily supply and longer-term opportunities
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to a network of primary schools across Manchester and surrounding areas

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.