Primary Teaching assistant needed

North West/ temporary / £95 - 105 per day

TeacherActive, a well-established education recruitment agency across the UK, is working in partnership with a number of welcoming primary schools in the South Manchester area. We are currently seeking enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to join our growing network, offering access to a variety of exciting opportunities across local schools.

At TeacherActive, we are committed to supporting education professionals throughout their careers. We offer structured in-house career progression and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

Whether you are seeking day-to-day supply work, long-term placements, or permanent positions, our experienced consultants work closely with a wide range of schools and are available to support you at every stage. Our streamlined onboarding process ensures you can get started quickly and efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant
  • A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable)
  • Strong classroom management skills
  • Up-to-date safeguarding training

In return, we offer:

  • A dedicated team of consultants available to support you throughout the onboarding process
  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme (terms and conditions apply)
  • Access to CPD courses and certifications through our My-Progression platform
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when referring a friend (terms and conditions apply)

All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring the correct level of tax and National Insurance contributions, with no hidden admin charges.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch to discuss the role further.

EMAIL: [email protected]

CONTACT NUMBER: 01618703623

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.