Teaching assistant. Didsbury Education & Training

Teaching Assistant - Full-Time, Long-Term - M20

Location: M20, Manchester
Start Date: ASAP
Salary:  per hour
Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday
Contract: Full‑Time, Long‑Term (until July, with potential to extend)

Reeson Education is seeking a strong, reliable, and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic primary school in the M20 area. This long‑term Teaching Assistant role begins ASAP and will run until July, with the possibility of continuing beyond the academic year.

The school is looking for a confident and highly committed Teaching Assistant to support a Year 6 class. The ideal Teaching Assistant will have solid experience in Upper Key Stage 2 (UPKS2), alongside the ability to support pupils with varying needs. Some SEND experience is desirable, and a proactive, calm, and resilient approach is essential.

As a Teaching Assistant
, you will play a key role in supporting learning, behaviour, and classroom routines, ensuring pupils are well‑prepared for the transition into secondary school. The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher, providing group support, 1:1 intervention, and general classroom assistance to help pupils meet their academic and emotional goals.

• Supporting Year 6 pupils as a Teaching Assistant
• Providing targeted support for core subjects
• Delivering 1:1 and group interventions where required
• Assisting with behaviour management and emotional regulation
• Working closely with the class teacher and SEND team as an effective Teaching Assistant
• Preparing resources and helping maintain a positive learning environment
• Supporting pupils with additional needs (SEND)
• Promoting independence, confidence, and readiness for KS3
• Upholding safeguarding and school policies at all times as a committed Teaching Assistant

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant
  , ideally in UPKS2
• Strong understanding of Year 6 expectations and curriculum
• Confidence supporting pupils with SEND (desirable)
• Ability to build rapport, motivate pupils, and manage behaviour Why Join This School as a Teaching Assistant?
  • Supportive staff and leadership team
  • Long‑term stability in a great Year 6 class
  • Excellent opportunity to develop your UPKS2 experience
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • A chance to make a real impact ahead of SATs and transition

  If you are an experienced, confident, and passionate Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long‑term opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to secure this exceptional Teaching Assistant role with Reeson Education.

  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 core 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 %