Primary Learning Support Assistant - Immediate Openings

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work across primary schools in Manchester, with opportunities for both full-time and part-time roles. We are seeking individuals with recent experience with children or young people who can build positive relationships in a school setting, even without a formal TA qualification.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate a supportive, patient and adaptable approach and a genuine interest in working with learners across different ages and needs.

Qualifications

• Recent experience working with children or young people
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, supportive and adaptable approach
• Confidence working with different ages and needs
• Genuine interest in working within a primary school
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils within the classroom
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Assisting with Reading, Writing and Maths activities
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional needs
• Helping children remain engaged with learning
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Encouraging confidence, independence and social development
• Supporting pupils during breaktimes and transitions
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff

Skills

Recent experience with children

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Patience

Adaptability

Job description

Aspire People is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work across primary schools in Manchester, with opportunities for both full-time and part-time roles. We are seeking individuals with recent experience with children or young people who can build positive relationships in a school setting, even without a formal TA qualification.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate a supportive, patient and adaptable approach and a genuine interest in working with learners across different ages and needs.