Primary Teaching Assistant – September Start | Tameside | Full-Time
Are you an aspiring primary teacher or future educational/child psychologist looking to gain classroom experience before taking the next step?
Join a thriving primary school in Tameside this September as a Primary Teaching Assistant and build your experience supporting Key Stage 1 or 2 pupils in a warm, inclusive, and dynamic school setting.
Primary Teaching Assistant – Role Overview
🏫 Location: Tameside
🗓️ Start Date: September 2025
⏰ Hours: Full-time, term-time only (Monday to Friday)
💼 Contract Type: Long-term academic year placement
💰 Pay: Competitive daily rate (based on experience)
Key Responsibilities
Support pupils in Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 classrooms
Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging, inclusive lessons
Provide 1:1 and small group support, particularly for students with additional or behavioural needs
Help maintain a calm and productive classroom environment
Work flexibly across year groups as needed
Foster positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, compassionate, and eager to gain valuable experience in education.
Essential:
Experience working with children (in schools, youth work, nurseries, tutoring, etc.)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A proactive, professional attitude with a passion for education
Desirable:
A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or a relevant degree
Previous experience working in a school or educational setting
Understanding of additional needs, behavioural management, or SEN support
Why Work with Smile Education Northwest?
💷 Competitive and transparent pay rates
🎓 Access to CPD and training to boost your skills
🕒 Flexible working options to suit your schedule
💬 A dedicated consultant to support your placement
🧠 Build crucial experience for future PGCE or psychology career pathways
How to Apply
If you’re ready to make a real impact as a Primary Teaching Assistant, apply now via this page or email Joseph directly at (url removed).
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete full vetting checks including an enhanced DBS, Barred List, and references.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications