Teaching Assistant

Monarch Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 20,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunities

Continuous learning and development

Refer a Friend Scheme with bonuses

Exclusive vacancies

Competitive daily rates

Job summary

A leading education recruitment provider is seeking a Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant in Gorton, Manchester. The role involves supporting primary-aged pupils with Special Educational Needs, assisting with personal care, and promoting independence. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 qualification and experience in a primary school setting. The position offers competitive daily rates and opportunities for flexible working.

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistant with experience in SEN support.
• Experience delivering personal care for children with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for primary-aged pupils with additional needs.
• Assist with personal care routines.
• Support learning activities tailored to individual education plans.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEN

Personal care confidence

Patience

Empathy

Proactive approach

Education

Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant, Gorton (M18)

Location: Gorton, Manchester (M18)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary – Term Time Only

Salary: £90-£110 per day

Are you a dedicated and qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Monarch Education are recruiting on behalf of a lovely primary school in the Gorton area of Manchester (M18), who are seeking a compassionate and skilled TA to provide support for pupils with complex needs. This role requires someone with experience in personal care and a strong understanding of SEN strategies.

The Role

• Provide consistent support for primary‑aged pupils with additional needs.
• Assist with personal care routines in a respectful and sensitive manner.
• Support learning activities tailored to the children’s individual education plan (IEP).
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to monitor progress and adapt support strategies.
• Promote independence, emotional regulation and engagement in the classroom.

Requirements

• Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent) – essential.
• Experience supporting children with SEN in a primary school setting.
• Confidence in delivering personal care and managing physical needs.
• Patience, empathy and a proactive approach to learning support.

If you’re ready to make a real difference in a child’s life and thrive in a supportive school environment, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply now for immediate consideration.

Monarch Education are proud to be a leading recruitment specialist in the Education industry. We are passionate about our people and the services we provide to our candidates. Working with Monarch Education will give you access to:

• Flexible working opportunities
• Affinity Academy – continuous learning and development!
• A Refer a Friend Scheme giving you a bonus of up to £200
• Exclusive vacancies within local Schools and Multi Academy Trusts
• Competitive daily rates

To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide – please visit our website – About Us – Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk)

Monarch Education are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and welcomes applications regardless of sex, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief pregnancy and maternity or disability as well as adhering to strict Safeguarding procedures.

Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share this commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant’s applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.

This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.