Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Manchester, M9
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Pay Rate: £13.69 to £15.87 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term
Reeson Education is recruiting a dedicated and nurturing Teaching Assistant to support a Year 2 pupil on a 1:1 basis at a welcoming primary school in the M9 area of Manchester. This Teaching Assistant role is full-time, long-term, and starts as soon as possible.
The pupil you'll be supporting has a diagnosis of ASD and presents with speech, language, and communication needs. The school is looking for a Teaching Assistant who can provide calm, consistent support while building a strong, trusting relationship. The right Teaching Assistant will be patient, intuitive, and confident using visual aids and simple language strategies.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in a supportive and inclusive school environment. The school has a strong SEND team and offers excellent resources and CPD for the right Teaching Assistant .
Key Responsibilities for the Teaching Assistant:
* Work 1:1 with a Year 2 pupil with ASD and communication needs
* Support the pupil's academic, social, and emotional development
* Use visuals, simple instructions, and structured routines
* Adapt tasks to meet the pupil's individual learning profile
* Work alongside the class teacher and SENDCO
The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will:
* Be a calm, nurturing, and proactive Teaching Assistant
* Have experience supporting pupils with ASD or speech and language needs
* Be confident using visual schedules, PECs, or similar strategies
* Be reliable, consistent, and emotionally aware
* Be fully committed to the role and ready to make a difference
Teaching Assistant Requirements:
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
* Right to work in the UK
* Relevant references covering the last 2-3 years
* A passion for supporting pupils with additional needs
Benefits for the Teaching Assistant:
* Excellent hourly pay (paid weekly)
* Long-term opportunity in a well-resourced primary school
* Supportive leadership and SEND team
* Free CPD and safeguarding training via Reeson Education
* A dedicated consultant to support you through your role
If you're a skilled and caring Teaching Assistant looking to support a brilliant Year 2 pupil in M9, apply today and take the next step in your career with Reeson Education!