Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching AssistantLocation: WA15, TraffordStart Date: ASAPHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PMPay Rate: £13.69 to £15.87 per hourContract Type: Full-time, Long-term

Reeson Education is recruiting an experienced, compassionate, and committed Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive mainstream primary school in the WA15 area of Trafford. This full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant role is to support a small, well-resourced SEN class and will start as soon as possible.

The Teaching Assistant will be based in a specialist SEN class of up to 8 pupils, ranging from Year 2 to Year 5 age. Pupils have a variety of additional needs including ASD, ADHD, MLD, SEMH, and other learning difficulties. The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher and two other experienced Teaching Assistants to support learning, regulation, and personal development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting neurodivergent pupils and thrives in a team-focused, nurturing environment.

Teaching Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Work within a small SEN class of up to 8 pupils (Y2-Y5)
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, MLD, SEMH and other needs
• Provide 1:1 and group support alongside the teacher and TAs
• Help implement EHCP targets and behaviour support strategies
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and well-structured learning space
• Assist with transitions, sensory needs, and classroom routines

The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will:

• Be experienced in SEND or inclusive primary education
• Remain calm and patient under pressure
• Work confidently with a range of additional needs
• Be a team player who contributes to a nurturing environment
• Be flexible, proactive, and eager to learn

Teaching Assistant Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
• Right to work in the UK
• Strong references from recent school-based roles
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND

Benefits for the Teaching Assistant:

• Excellent hourly rates, paid weekly
• Long-term opportunity in a supportive setting
• Ongoing CPD and training via Reeson Education
• Personal consultant guidance throughout your placement
• Potential to secure a school contract

If you're a dedicated Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting SEN pupils and want to join a friendly Trafford primary school, apply now! 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%