Primary KS2 Teaching Assistant - Manchester

Randstad Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a passionate teaching assistant to support children in a mainstream primary school in Manchester. This full-time role involves 1-to-1 support and working alongside the teacher to provide engaging classroom experiences. Experience in a KS2 environment is beneficial, but qualifications are not strictly required. The role offers competitive pay, a supportive team, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pay

'Recommend a Friend' bonus up to £300

Dedicated consultant support

24-hour on-call facility

Qualifications

• Experience in a KS2 environment is preferred.
• Willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS.
• Ability to support children with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in staying on task.
• Assist the teacher in lesson planning.
• Provide 1-to-1 support to children.

Skills

Experience working with children

Positive attitude to learning

Ability to adapt to children's needs

Flexibility

Initiative

Job description

Are you looking to start a long-term role in a teaching assistant role?

Are you looking to grow your career within education?

Have you got a passion for working with children?

We are looking for a passionate and conscientious teaching assistant to work in a mainstream primary setting at Manchester. You will be based in a KS2 classroom, providing support and guidance to all children alongside general classroom duties.

This is a full-time role ( 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM ) available as soon as possible.

You will have the chance to support students, as well as continue your own professional development. It is a highly rewarding role, where qualifications are desired but not required! We are looking for those with experience working with children and/or young people.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring pupils stay on task
• Controlling behaviour in the classroom
• Providing support to children on a 1-to-1 basis or in a group setting when required
• Assisting the teacher in planning engaging lessons for the class in line with the curriculum
• Liaising with the class teacher and parents to provide the best support.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• A welcoming team that will make you feel supported throughout your role
• A 'Recommend a Friend' bonus up to £300 (terms and conditions applied)
• A dedicated, professional and friendly consultant and a branch with 24-hour on-call facility
• A rewarding role in a school.

Requirements

• Experience working with a KS2 environment
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to get one
• Positive attitude to learning.
• Able to adapt to the different needs of each child
• Flexibly adhere to the needs of the pupils in a professional and friendly manner
• Able to use initiative to do general tasks within the classroom.

You can always get in touch with me on 0161 200 1906 and ask for Bhavana Sree or email to [e-mail] express your interest, skills and experience.