Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: M11, Openshaw, Manchester Pay Range: £13.69 to £15.87 per hour Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM (30-minute lunch break) Reeson Education has an exciting opportunity for a passionate and flexible Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the M11 area of Manchester. This Teaching Assistant role is available for an immediate start and is a full-time, long-term position with the opportunity to progress onto a school contract. This is a well-resourced, two-form entry school with a supportive leadership team and a strong focus on pupil progress. The school is looking for a reliable Teaching Assistant who can provide a mix of general and SEND support across the KS2 phase. About the Teaching Assistant Role: * This Teaching Assistant role involves supporting pupils across Years 3 to 6, working alongside the class teacher to deliver high-quality learning and support. * The Teaching Assistant will provide general in-class assistance and may also work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with additional needs. * You'll help to support a range of pupils including those with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, and other learning challenges. * The Teaching Assistant will be expected to adapt learning tasks, manage classroom routines, and promote a calm and focused environment. * This is a full-time Teaching Assistant position, working Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break. The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will: * Be an experienced Teaching Assistant who thrives in KS2 classrooms. * Be confident supporting pupils with SEND, including those with behavioural, emotional, and communication needs. * Be adaptable, enthusiastic, and proactive with a child-centred approach. * Have strong interpersonal skills and a calm, encouraging presence. * Hold a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred, but not essential). * Be able to provide two recent references from school or childcare settings. Teaching Assistant Requirements: * A valid Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one). * Two professional references from the last three years. * Experience supporting children in a Teaching Assistant capacity. * Right to work in the UK. Benefits for the Teaching Assistant: * Competitive hourly pay, paid weekly. * Long-term opportunity with the potential for a school contract. * Access to free safeguarding and CPD training via Reeson Education. * 24/7 consultant support and easy timesheet management. * Supportive school setting with a clear structure and strong team ethos. The school is looking to meet suitable Teaching Assistant candidates as soon as possible and is happy to offer trial days. If you are a dedicated and adaptable Teaching Assistant ready to support a range of learners in KS2, apply now with your CV and contact details. Reeson Education would love to hear from you! Reeson Education: Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults. Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07