Primary Teaching Assistant in Middleton, Greater Manchester

Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Middleton, Greater Manchester
Pay: £95-£105 per day, depending on experience
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Start Date: Immediate

Looking to build your career in education? Or an experienced Teaching Assistant seeking your next opportunity?

A welcoming and well-regarded two-form entry primary school in Middleton is looking to appoint enthusiastic and committed Primary Teaching Assistants to join its highly cohesive and supportive team.

Part of a regional academy trust, the school offers a fantastic working environment where staff collaborate closely to provide the best possible outcomes for their pupils.

With opportunities across Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2), these roles offer a combination of general classroom support and 1:1 pupil support, including working with children with additional learning needs and English as an Additional Language (EAL).

Whether you are an aspiring teacher looking to gain valuable classroom experience before applying for teacher training, or an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term position, this is an excellent opportunity.

The Role

Working alongside class teachers, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teaching and learning across KS1 and KS2.
• Providing 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs and EAL.
• Delivering small-group activities and targeted interventions.
• Supporting literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, independence and classroom engagement.
• Helping create an inclusive, nurturing and stimulating learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery or educational setting is desirable.
• A patient, proactive and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.

Why Apply?

• Highly supportive and cohesive staff team.
• Excellent experience for aspiring teachers considering teacher training.
• Opportunities to develop classroom and 1:1 support experience.
• Long-term, full-time opportunities.
• Competitive daily pay of £95-£105.

Apply today to secure your opportunity in this fantastic Middleton primary school!

TimePlan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced DBS check and two professional references.

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