Teaching assistant

Description:

Role: Teaching Assistant

Location: M9, Manchester
Pay: £14.25 - £16.65 per hour (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Full Academic Year

Teaching Assistant

Are you a compassionate, patient and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to make a genuine difference every single day?

A welcoming and highly supportive primary school in the M9 area of Manchester is seeking an exceptional Teaching Assistant to join their specialist SEND Provision from September for the full academic year.

This Teaching Assistant role is based entirely within the school's dedicated SEND Provision, supporting a small class of approximately 6-8 pupils across EYFS, KS1 and some KS2. The class is staffed by a highly experienced team of 4-5 adults, creating a collaborative, supportive environment where every member of staff works together to help pupils achieve their full potential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys building meaningful relationships with children and wants to become a consistent, trusted adult within a specialist setting.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs including:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Non-verbal communication
Sensory processing needs
Communication and Language difficulties
Learning difficulties
Social and emotional development needsThe children benefit from highly structured routines, visual timetables, sensory strategies and consistent support from adults who understand how to adapt learning around individual needs. Every day is rewarding, varied and centred around helping children become more confident, independent and successful.

Your Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support pupils on both a 1:1 basis and within small group activities.
Help deliver engaging, differentiated learning throughout the school day.
Use visual supports, communication aids and sensory strategies to encourage engagement.
Build trusting relationships with pupils through consistency, patience and encouragement.
Support children with emotional regulation and transitions throughout the day.
Promote communication, independence and social interaction.
Work closely with teachers, therapists and the wider SEND team.
Follow personalised learning plans and EHCP targets.
Provide personal care where required.
Create a calm, safe and positive learning environment where every child can thrive.The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will Have

Experience supporting children with Autism (ASD).
Experience working with non-verbal pupils.
Knowledge of sensory processing needs and communication strategies.
Experience supporting children with additional learning needs.
A calm, nurturing and resilient approach.
Excellent behaviour management skills.
The ability to follow routines and structure consistently.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A genuine passion for supporting children with SEND.Why Apply?

Long-term Teaching Assistant opportunity for the full academic year.
Become part of a welcoming and experienced SEND team.
Work within a purpose-built SEND Provision.
Small class sizes with excellent staff-to-pupil ratios.
Supportive leadership team who genuinely value their staff.
Opportunity to build lasting relationships with pupils and see their progress throughout the year.
Competitive hourly pay of £14.25 - £16.65 per hour.
Excellent opportunity for experienced SEND practitioners or those looking to further develop their specialist SEND experience.If you're a passionate Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real impact on the lives of children with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this fantastic Teaching Assistant opportunity starting in September.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07