Teaching Assistant Level 1

Axcis Education Recruitment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Stockport seeks a Teaching Assistant Level 1 for primary schools. The role requires supporting pupils, including those with SEND, in an inclusive learning environment. You'll assist with classroom activities and contribute to pupil assessments. Experience with children is highly desirable. This full-time, term-time role offers £90–£100 per day based on qualifications and experience. The company emphasizes equal opportunities and safeguarding, requiring a DBS check.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £50 in shopping vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience working with children—whether in a school, nursery, youth setting, or personal capacity—is highly desirable.
• Training in SEND (Autism, ADHD, challenging behaviour, etc.) is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in the classroom under the direction of the class teacher.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to children.
• Assisting with the preparation of learning materials and resources.
• Helping to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Supporting children with SEND needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping pupils follow school routines.
• Assisting pupils with personal care when required.
• Contributing to the assessment and tracking of pupil progress.
• Supervising children during break times and transitions.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and parents.

Skills

Experience working with children

Training in SEND (Autism, ADHD)

Job description

Teaching Assistant Level 1 – Primary Schools in Stockport

Start Date: January 2026    Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester    Contract: Full-time, term-time only    Pay: £90–£100 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Role Overview

As a Teaching Assistant Level 1, you will work under the guidance of class teachers and SENCOs to help create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. You will play an essential part in helping pupils access the curriculum, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential.

Main Duties of This Role

• Supporting pupils in the classroom under the direction of the class teacher.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to children who may need additional help with learning, behaviour, or social development.
• Assisting with the preparation of learning materials, resources, and classroom displays.
• Helping to maintain a safe, engaging and positive learning environment.
• Supporting children with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and mild learning difficulties.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping pupils follow school routines and expectations.
• Assisting pupils with personal care when required (training can be provided).
• Contributing to the assessment and tracking of pupil progress by providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Supervising children during break times, lunch, and transitions around school.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents to promote the welfare and learning of pupils.

Experience and Qualifications

Experience working with children—whether in a school, nursery, youth setting, or personal capacity—is highly desirable. Training in SEND (Autism, ADHD, challenging behaviour, etc.) is helpful, but full support can be provided.

Referral Bonus

We offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.

Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact

Contact: Ben Smith
Telephone: [phone] | Ext:5003

Temporary position, unless stated otherwise.