Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant for a long-term position in a mainstream primary school. The role involves supporting children with special educational needs in a nurturing environment, with opportunities for professional development and a potential school contract.

Benefits

Excellent hourly pay, paid weekly

Free CPD and safeguarding training

Personalized consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, SEMH).
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Strong references from school-based roles.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs in the SEN provision.
• Deliver small group and 1:1 interventions.
• Help implement EHCP targets and behavior regulation strategies.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Team-oriented mindset

Proactivity

Education

Relevant SEN or Teaching Assistant experience

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: M34, Manchester

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Pay Rate: GBP 13.69 to GBP 15.87 per hour

Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term (Temp to Perm Opportunity)

Reeson Education is supporting a welcoming mainstream primary school in the M34 area of Manchester in their search for a Teaching Assistant to join their new SEN Provision. This role starts as soon as possible, allowing the successful candidate to familiarize themselves with the school before the provision officially launches in September.

The new SEN Provision will support a small group of children across KS1 and KS2 with needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, anxiety, trauma, and looked-after children. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with the SENDCO and SEN team to provide structured, nurturing support in an inclusive, supportive environment where every child is valued.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate SEN-supportive Teaching Assistant seeking a stable, long-term position with the potential to secure a school contract.

Key Responsibilities for the Teaching Assistant

1. Support pupils with additional needs in the SEN provision
2. Deliver small group and 1:1 interventions
3. Help implement EHCP targets and behavior regulation strategies
4. Assist in maintaining a calm, structured, and nurturing environment
5. Collaborate with the SENCO, teaching staff, and external professionals

The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will

1. Have experience supporting pupils with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, SEMH)
2. Be confident working with children across KS1 and KS2
3. Be patient, proactive, and compassionate
4. Have a flexible, team-oriented mindset and a strong work ethic
5. Be committed to long-term, full-time work

Teaching Assistant Requirements

1. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
2. Right to work in the UK
3. Strong references from school-based roles
4. Relevant SEN or Teaching Assistant experience

Benefits for the Teaching Assistant

1. Excellent hourly pay, paid weekly
2. Long-term opportunity with potential for a school contract
3. Supportive, inclusive school with strong leadership and vision
4. Free CPD and safeguarding training through Reeson Education
5. Personalized consultant support throughout your placement

If you're a Teaching Assistant ready to join a school that invests in its children and staff, apply now. This is your chance to be part of something special from the ground up.

Reeson Education

Reeson Education is England's premier recruitment agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals, and recruitment specialists, we uphold values of honesty, integrity, and excellence.

We care about education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers across the UK, working with nurseries, primary, secondary, and college settings for supply, long-term, and permanent roles.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.

Please note: all rates quoted include holiday pay at 12.07%.