Qualified Teaching Assistant

Smile Education Recruitment; Hyde; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay (£95–£110)

Joining bonus

Referral bonus

CPD opportunities

Dedicated education consultant

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Smile Education Recruitment in Hyde is seeking a qualified Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term role starting September. You will work with the class teacher to support lessons, provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support, and help pupils stay engaged in learning. The role requires Level 2/3 TA qualifications, recent child-related experience, and DBS clearance, with sponsorship not provided.

Qualifications

• Level 2+ Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Recent experience working with children or young people.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Two years of satisfactory employment and/or education references.
• Safeguarding and compliance checks completed.

Responsibilities

• Support lessons and classroom activities with the class teacher.
• Provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support.
• Help pupils stay focused, motivated and engaged in learning.
• Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Deliver learning activities under teacher direction.
• Assist with resources and activity preparation.
• Support academic, personal and social development of pupils.
• Share observations on pupil progress with the teaching team.

Skills

Strong communicator

Teamwork

Patient

Adaptable

Safeguarding knowledge

Building relationships

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification

Equivalent qualification

Job description

Location: Hyde, Greater ManchesterStart Date: September 2026Contract: Full-Time | Long-TermPay: £95–£110 per day, depending on experience

Make a Difference Every Day in the Classroom

Are you a qualified Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding, full-time opportunity from September?

Smile Education is working with a supportive primary school in Hyde to recruit a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys helping children overcome challenges, build confidence and achieve their potential. You will become an important part of the classroom team, working alongside teachers and other support staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Working alongside the class teacher to support lessons and classroom activities.
• Providing targeted one-to-one and small-group support.
• Helping pupils stay focused, motivated and involved in their learning.
• Supporting children with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Delivering learning activities and interventions under the direction of the teacher.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping pupils develop their independence.
• Assisting with the preparation of classroom resources and activities.
• Supporting pupils with their academic, personal and social development.
• Sharing observations and relevant information about pupils' progress with the teaching team.
• Helping to maintain a welcoming, safe and inclusive classroom.
• Working effectively with teachers, support staff and other professionals.
• Supporting pupils during break and lunchtime where required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified to at least Level 2 as a Teaching Assistant or in a relevant supporting teaching and learning qualification.
• Experienced in working with children or young people, ideally within a school or education environment.
• Warm, patient and approachable.
• Confident building positive relationships with pupils.
• Able to support children with different abilities, needs and learning styles.
• Reliable, adaptable and professional.
• A strong communicator who works well as part of a team.
• Passionate about helping children learn, develop and succeed.
• Knowledgeable about safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Qualification Requirement

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification
• Another relevant equivalent qualification

Essential Requirements

• A recognised Level 2+ Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Recent experience working with children or young people.
• The right to work in the UK.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Smile Education.
• Two years of satisfactory employment and/or education references.
• At least one suitable reference confirming experience working with children.
• Successful completion of all required safeguarding and compliance checks.

Smile Education cannot provide sponsorship for this position.

Our Safeguarding Process

The safety and wellbeing of children is extremely important to us.

Before beginning an assignment, candidates must successfully complete our registration and compliance checks, which may include:

• Enhanced DBS checks.
• Right to Work verification.
• Identity verification.
• Qualification checks.
• Employment and professional references.
• Safeguarding checks.
• Online searches where required under Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

We recommend providing your documentation and references as early as possible to avoid delays with your September start.

Why Choose Smile Education?

• £95–£110 per day, paid weekly.
• Full-time, long-term opportunities.
• Access to primary school vacancies across Hyde and the wider Tameside area.
• A dedicated education consultant supporting you throughout your placement.
• Regular updates about suitable opportunities.
• Guidance throughout the registration and compliance process.
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to build valuable experience across different primary settings.
• £100 Joining Bonus after completing your first 10 days of work.
• £200 Referral Bonus when you refer a friend or colleague who completes the qualifying period.

Terms and qualifying conditions apply to joining and referral bonuses.

SM1ENQ

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications