Year 5/6 Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd in Manchester is seeking a Year 5/6 Teaching Assistant to join a primary school on a full-time basis. You will support the class teacher with general learning and run targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN interventions.

The role focuses on KS2 Year 5/6, supporting pupils with additional needs, maintaining a positive learning environment, and helping pupils develop independence and confidence throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in KS2/Year 5/6.
• Comfort supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Ability to deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Adaptable and good communicator.
• Reliable and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support Year 5/6 curriculum delivery.
• Provide 1:1 support and small-group SEN interventions.
• Assist class teacher with routines and general TA duties.
• Help pupils develop independence and confidence.
• Maintain a positive learning environment across the day.

Skills

KS2 experience

SEN support

One-to-one

Strong communication

Job description

Year 5/6 Teaching Assistant - Denton, Manchester

Full-time 8:30am-3:30pm 475- 575 per week Denton, Manchester (M34)

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a strong understanding of upper KS2 and confident supporting pupils with additional needs?

Empowering Learning are working with a Manchester primary school seeking a Year 5/6 Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This is a varied role which will involve supporting the class teacher with general classroom learning, while also providing targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support.

The Opportunity

You will become an important part of the Year 5/6 team, helping pupils make progress academically while ensuring those who require additional support receive the right level of intervention.

Your responsibilities are likely to include:

• Supporting pupils across the Year 5/6 curriculum.
• Working 1:1 with pupils who require additional support.
• Delivering small-group interventions in areas such as English and Maths.
• Supporting pupils with SEN to access the wider curriculum.
• Working alongside the class teacher to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Helping pupils develop independence and confidence.
• Supporting classroom routines and providing general TA assistance throughout the school day.

Who We're Looking For

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience working within KS2, particularly Years 5 and 6, and be confident supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

You don't need to be a specialist SEN practitioner, but you should be comfortable providing 1:1 support, managing small groups and adapting your approach to suit individual pupils.

Strong communication skills, reliability and a positive attitude are essential.

Role Details

Location: Manchester

Year Group: Year 5/6

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

Pay: 475- 575 per week

Contract: Full-time, long-term opportunity

If you're an experienced TA looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference across both the classroom and SEN provision, this could be an excellent opportunity.