Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Phonics & Early Learning in City Of Manchester
Posted by Aspire People
£92 – £110 a day
City Of Manchester · Contract
Manchester & Surrounding Areas | November 2026 Onwards | Primary Schools | Aspire People
Aspire People are looking for qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistants with recent primary school experience to support early learning across EYFS and KS1.
This opportunity is suited to candidates who enjoy helping younger pupils develop essential skills in phonics, reading, writing and early Maths.
The Role:
- Supporting phonics and early reading activities
- Helping pupils develop letter recognition and early literacy skills
- Assisting with basic numeracy and classroom activities
- Providing individual and small-group support
- Encouraging confidence, communication and independence
- Supporting play-based learning and classroom routines
- Working closely with class teachers
Essential Requirements:
- A recognised Level 2 Teaching Assistant, Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent relevant qualification
- Relevant UK-based school experience within the last two years
- Practical experience supporting primary-aged children
- Confidence supporting early learning activities
- A patient, encouraging and nurturing approach
Experience in EYFS, Reception, Year 1 or Year 2 is particularly desirable.
We are interested in candidates available for daily supply, part-time or longer-term work from November 2026 onwards.
If you have the right qualification and recent school experience, get in touch with Aspire People.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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