Full-Time Year 1 Teaching Assistant | Primary School in Salford Start Date: March Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday Teaching Personnel is pleased to be supporting a large, vibrant, and inclusive primary school in Salford that is seeking a committed full-time Teaching Assistant to join their Year 1 team from March. This vacancy has arisen due to a planned staff absence within Key Stage 1. While recent KS1 experience is desirable, it is not essential. The school welcomes applications from individuals who are enthusiastic, adaptable, and passionate about helping young learners thrive. The school takes pride in its diverse and inclusive community, with pupils and staff representing a wide range of cultural and national backgrounds. It offers a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged and supported to reach their full potential. Role Overview Position: Year 1 Teaching Assistant Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm Key Responsibilities Support the class teacher and/or HLTA in delivering engaging and well-structured learning activities. Promote positive behaviour and help maintain a calm and purposeful learning environment. Assist with preparing, organising, and maintaining a stimulating classroom setting. Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents to support pupil progress and wellbeing. Why Join Teaching Personnel? Flexibility & Variety: Access a broad range of roles across the education sector. Professional Development: Grow your skills through our CPD Academy. Competitive Weekly Pay: Fair pay reflective of your experience and expertise. Streamlined Administration: Manage your work with ease through our myTP digital platform. Trusted Agency: Work with a well-established and respected education recruitment provider. Recognition & Rewards: Celebrate your impact through our Excellence in Education Awards. Apply Today If you’re caring, motivated, and eager to make a meaningful impact in a Year 1 classroom, we’d love to hear from you. Take the next step in your education career and join a supportive, forward-thinking school community. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.