Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant (SENSEMH TA M5) Salford, England

Salary: GBP 14.25 - 16.65 per hour + PAYE or Umbrella

Location: Salford, M5

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: £14.25 - £16.65 per hour (PAYE or Umbrella)

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (30-minute lunch)

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (with a view to continuing into the new academic year)

Reeson Education is recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the M5 area of Salford. This full-time, long-term role will involve supporting pupils across KS2 who have a range of SEND and SEMH needs, both within the classroom and through targeted interventions, one-to-one support, and small group work.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys building strong relationships with pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning, and supporting both their academic and emotional development. The school is looking for a Teaching Assistant who can commit long term and potentially continue into the new academic year.

• Support pupils across KS2 within the classroom and during interventions
• Provide one-to-one support for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
• Deliver small group interventions to support learning and progress
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, communication needs and other additional needs
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and emotional regulation
• Adapt learning resources and activities to meet individual pupil needs
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff
• Support pupils during lessons, break times, transitions and structured interventions
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils and their families where appropriate
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Youth Worker or Support Worker
• Experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD or behavioural needs
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
• Patient, resilient and nurturing approach
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

• Full-time, long-term position
• Opportunity to continue into the new academic year
• Competitive hourly pay of £14.25 - £16.65 per hour
• Supportive and welcoming primary school environment
• Valuable experience supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's learning and wellbeing
• Ongoing support from Reeson Education throughout your placement

If you are a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity within a primary school, we would love to hear from you.