Primary Teaching Assistant - Bury
Location: Bury, Greater Manchester
Start Date: After Easter 2026
Pay: £90-£110 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full time | Term time only
We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Primary Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Bury.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
The successful candidate must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and have previous experience working within UK primary schools.
Key responsibilities:
* Supporting the class teacher with daily learning activities
* Delivering small group interventions
* Providing 1:1 pupil support where required
* Supporting pupils with SEN needs
* Assisting with classroom preparation and resources
* Supporting positive behaviour management strategies
* Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed
Essential requirements:
* Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential)
* Previous UK primary school experience (essential)
* Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
* Good understanding of safeguarding
* Strong communication skills
* Right to work in the UK
Desirable:
* SEN experience
* Phonics programme knowledge
* Behaviour support experience
What we offer:
* Competitive daily rates
* Supportive school environment
* Opportunity for long-term placement
* Professional development opportunities
Apply now
If you meet the above criteria and are available to start after Easter, we would like to hear from you.
Please apply today by submitting your CV to Natalie at Aspire People. Suitable candidates will be contacted shortly to discuss the next steps.
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