Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Primary School Teaching Assistant
Location: South Manchester
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £90 – £100 per day
Hours: Full Time

Are you an experienced Primary Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity in the New Year?
Do you have a passion for supporting children’s learning and helping them reach their full potential?

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a welcoming Primary School in South Manchester that is looking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team from January, with the potential for the role to become permanent after a 12-week trial period.

The successful candidate will work either 1:1 with a child with SEND or with small groups, supporting pupils across the primary age range to achieve their learning goals.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Support Work in Schools or Teaching Assistance (essential)
• At least 6 months’ experience working in a UK Primary School (essential)
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND on a 1:1 basis
• Confidence in running interventions such as Phonics catch-up sessions or SALT - Speech and Language Therapy (desirable)
• A positive, nurturing, and adaptable approach to supporting children’s learning and development

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school environment that values its staff and provides excellent opportunities for professional growth.

Call Megan on 01618703623
Email your CV to [email protected]

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.



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