Teaching Assistant

North West/ temporary / £90 - 130 per day

Primary Teaching Assistant – Salford
Long-Term Role | Immediate Start Available

TeacherActive is working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Salford to recruit an experienced Teaching Assistant for a long-term position.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school environment where staff are committed to helping pupils achieve their full potential.


About the Role:
As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support learning across the classroom. You will play a key role in delivering interventions, supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis, and helping to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.


Key Requirements:

  • Previous experience working within a UK primary school
  • A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is highly desirable
  • A strong understanding of the primary curriculum
  • Experience supporting pupils with varying needs, including SEND
  • A positive, patient, and proactive approach

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

  • Supporting the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom organisation
  • Delivering targeted interventions to support pupil progress
  • Assisting with behaviour management and promoting positive learning behaviours
  • Supporting pupils with additional needs, adapting approaches where required
  • Helping to maintain a safe and inclusive classroom environment

What the School Offers:

  • A friendly and inclusive school community
  • Supportive leadership and experienced staff team
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development
  • A well-resourced learning environment

Why Choose TeacherActive:

  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Dedicated consultant support
  • Access to CPD and training resources
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Safeguarding Commitment:
TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and relevant safeguarding procedures.


Professional Development Resource:
To support your role as a Teaching Assistant, you may find this useful:
What Makes a Great Teaching Assistant? Top Tips and Advice
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msQlx4rx6FA


If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Salford, we would welcome your application.


If you have any feedback, please let us know at this link: Please provide feedback here: https://teacheractive.typeform.com/to/havW4FvU

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.