A fantastic opportunity awaits at a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Salford for a Teaching Assistant to start January.
This role is perfect for individuals eager to gain classroom experience before pursuing a pathway into teaching, special educational needs (SEND), pastoral support, or educational psychology.
Key Responsibilities:
Full-time Teaching Assistant role – January start, based at a secondary school in Salford
Support classroom teaching across a variety of subjects
Provide one-on-one or small group support to pupils who need extra help
Assist in preparing learning materials and organising displays
Help manage behaviour and track student progress
Build strong working relationships with staff, pupils, and families
Take part in regular training and receive ongoing support throughout the school year
What We Are Looking For:
Enthusiastic, caring and committed to supporting young people
Confident communicator and a dependable team player
Punctual, organised, and willing to take initiative
Open to feedback and eager to develop professionally
Desirable Experience:
Volunteering or work experience with children or young people
An interest in pursuing a career in education or youth services
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
What Teaching Personnel Provides:
Consistent and reliable work opportunities
Competitive weekly pay
Access to CPD and training throughout the year
Ongoing support from your personal education consultant
Potential to move into permanent TA roles or teacher training
Ready to Start Your Journey in Education?
Submit your CV and a brief personal statement outlining your interest and what you hope to gain from this opportunity.
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.
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