Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; West Timperley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Access to diverse schools

Job summary

Supply Bank is seeking passionate Teaching Assistants and SEN Teaching Assistants to work across primary, secondary, and specialist schools. Roles range from ad hoc daily supply to long-term placements, with term-time hours and supportive team environments.

Successful candidates will support teachers, work with students individually or in groups, and contribute to an inclusive, positive classroom culture. Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in educational or support settings.
• Patient, positive, and adaptable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Desirable: Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Reliable, professional, and committed to supporting learning.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Work with pupils one-to-one or in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist with classroom preparation and activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour and active participation in lessons.
• Help pupils build confidence and achieve their academic potential.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Provide tailored support to pupils with SEND and diverse needs.
• Support pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH and other needs, including learning difficulties.
• Implement individual learning and behaviour support plans.
• Assist pupils with emotional regulation and social development.
• Work with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to support progress.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment.

Skills

Patient

Positive attitude

Adaptable

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Overview

Supply Bank is currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring, and dedicated Teaching Assistants (TA) and SEN Teaching Assistants (SEN TA) to work across a variety of primary, secondary, and specialist schools. Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, have a background supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), or are looking to gain valuable experience within education, we would love to hear from you. We offer flexible opportunities ranging from ad hoc daily supply work to long-term and permanent placements, allowing you to choose work that fits your schedule and career goals.

Role Details

Position: Teaching Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant

Start Date: Immediate and ongoing opportunities available

Hours: Monday to Friday, term-time only (typically 8:30am - 3:30pm)

Contract Type: Flexible supply, short-term, long-term, full-time and part-time positions

Pay: Competitive rates dependent on experience and role

Key Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Work with pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist with classroom preparation and learning activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour and active participation in lessons.
• Help pupils build confidence and achieve their academic potential.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

• Provide tailored support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Support students with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, learning difficulties, and communication needs.
• Implement individual learning and behaviour support plans.
• Assist pupils with emotional regulation, social development, and engagement in learning.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to support student progress.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment.

About the Schools

We work with a range of educational settings, including mainstream primary and secondary schools, specialist provisions, alternative provisions, and pupil referral units (PRUs). Some roles involve supporting pupils who may have additional learning, behavioural, emotional, or medical needs.

Many of our supply opportunities can lead to longer-term placements for candidates seeking greater consistency and career progression.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who

• Have experience working with children or young people in educational, care, coaching, youth work, or support settings.
• Are patient, positive, and adaptable.
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Are passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
• Have experience supporting SEN pupils (desirable but not essential for all roles).
• Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Are reliable, professional, and committed to making a positive impact.

Why Work with Supply Bank?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• Access to a variety of schools and educational settings.
• Opportunities for both short-term and long-term placements