Primary Teaching Assistant

Cover-People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Permanent contract

Job summary

Cover People are hiring a Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming SEMH primary school in South Manchester. The role is full-time and long-term, starting September 2026, with a daily rate of £100-£115 DOE, paid PAYE.

You will support KS1 & KS2 pupils with social or emotional needs, use de-escalation strategies, and work closely with teachers, parents and outside professionals to foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary-aged children with social or emotional needs (SEMH).
• Ability to de-escalate Behavioural challenges in classroom settings.
• Collaborative approach with teachers, parents and external professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in KS1 & KS2 with SEMH needs to access learning.
• Identify triggers and apply preventative strategies to maintain engagement.
• Provide tailored support by breaking down tasks and giving encouragement.

Skills

SEMH experience

De-escalation techniques

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Job description

Cover People are hiring!

Are you an energetic and hard-workingPrimary Teaching Assistant?

Would you like to work in a small school that provides a welcoming, inclusive and supportive work environment?

If so, this is the role for you!

This is a role for aPrimary Teaching Assistant,starting September 2026on afull time & long-termbasis at a welcoming SEMH primary school with a great reputation inSouth Manchester.

Role:Primary Teaching Assistant at primary school in South Manchester.

Start date:2nd September 2026.

Contract:Long term. Temp to perm for the right person.

Hours:Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4pm

Excellent pay: £100-115/dayDOE – paid PAYE direct via Cover People.

Role

• Supporting children in both KS1 & 2 with social & emotional or mental health difficulties (SEMH).
• You will need to look out for triggers and employ preventative strategies and de-escalation techniques to help manage behaviour so that the pupil can focus on learning.
• Tailored support in lessons, breaking down instructions and tasks so they are easily understood and the pupil feels they are achievable.
• Providing lots of encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Working closely with the teacher, management, support staff, parents and outside professionals.
• Contribute to a safe, positive, inclusive and collaborative work environment.

School

• Primary school in south Manchester for children with SEMH needs.
• Prides itself on being welcoming, collaborative and providing a balanced and full curriculum.
• They challenge all learners whatever level or need to become independent while developing a sense of responsibility and community.
• Partner very closely with parents to aid attendance and learning outcomes.
• Will support long term supply staff with training and development just as they would with permanent staff.
• Free parking.
• Easily accessed by bus and train.

Benefits

• Excellentpay & conditions, paid PAYE.
• Dedicated consultant with 14 years local experience to support you through the process.
• Will eventually turn into a permanent contract for the right person.
• Management that truly value each staff member providing support where required.
• Working with an established & long-standing staff team.
• Safe, inclusive and fun atmosphere.
• Chance to make a real difference to children who need extra support the most.
• Learn new skills to enhance your CV and take the next step in your career.

Requirements

• CV with full history from education to present.
• Right to Work & Proof of Address in the UK.
• DBS certificate on the Update Service (or be happy to apply for a new one).
• Min of 2 professional references.
• Overseas Police Check if applicable.
• Some experience supporting primary aged children with social or emotional needs.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and will be offered work on successfully passing Cover People’s compliance checks.