Primary Special Needs Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to work in a vibrant Primary School setting. This role involves supporting children with challenging behaviors, both individually and in groups. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 qualification and have experience in Early Years or KS1. With a focus on resilience and confidence, you will play a crucial role in fostering a positive learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners while benefiting from accredited training and support.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification and experience in Early Years or KS1 setting required.
• Experience in a UK school or with children of similar age preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children on a 1:1 basis and in groups inside and outside the classroom.
• Assist children with challenging behaviors in a Primary School setting.

Skills

Resilience

Experience with challenging behavior

Confidence in leading groups

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Up-to-date Safeguarding training

Job description

Primary Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Manchester

Details

• Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
• Job Category: Education
• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Reference: 049ed4940ccd
• Job Views: 6
• Posted: 24.04.2025
• Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant to work in a Primary School in Stockport. The successful candidate will have a Level 3 qualification and experience in an Early Years or KS1 setting. Resilience and confidence in leading groups of pupils are essential.

We offer accredited training for Teachers and Teaching Assistants. Our agency supplies staff to schools across Manchester and Liverpool, including SEN schools. Currently, we are seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with challenging behaviors in a Primary School in Gorton.

The role involves supporting children on a 1:1 basis and in groups, both inside and outside the classroom. Experience working with challenging behavior and supporting pupils in primary settings is required. Resilience is important due to the nature of the role.

Contract/Position Details

• Location: Stockport
• Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant
• Type of work: Long Term
• Duration: 1 Academic Year (Summer 2025)
• Contract type: Temporary
• Minimum rate of pay: £85 per day
• Hours: 8:30 am – (end time not specified)

Experience, Training, and Qualifications

• Teaching Assistant qualification or higher/equivalent preferred
• Experience in a UK school or with children of similar age
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training (desirable)

Eligibility Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced child barred list DBS with update service or willingness to apply
• Two professional child-related references