Primary School Teaching Assistant

Overview

Primary School Teaching Assistant

Location: Hyde, Greater Manchester (also accessible from Stalybridge)

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Full-time

Contract: Long-term, ongoing

Employer: Smile Education

Smile Education is delighted to be recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Hyde. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity starting ASAP, supporting pupils primarily in KS1 and KS2.

You’ll work closely with the class teacher to provide high-quality classroom support, helping to create a positive, engaging learning environment and meeting the individual needs of pupils.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children’s learning and development and looking to build experience within a primary school setting.

• Support the class teacher with daily classroom activities
• Assist pupils with learning tasks and encourage engagement
• Prepare classroom resources and learning materials
• Provide targeted support to pupils with additional needs
• Promote positive behaviour and help maintain a safe learning environment
• Monitor and record pupil progress as directed
• Support whole-class teaching as well as small group interventions

• Previous experience working in a school or with children (desirable)
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, proactive, and enthusiastic approach
• Relevant qualifications (such as Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant) are preferred but not essential

• Full-time, long-term position
• Immediate start available
• Supportive and friendly school environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Competitive pay rate

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please contact Smile Education today to submit your CV and register your interest.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.