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Job Title: Teaching AssistantLocation: Stockport, SK13Start Date: ASAPHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (30-minute lunch break)Pay Rate: £13.69 to £15.83 per hourContract Type: Full-time, Long-term (potential for a permanent contract)
Reeson Education is recruiting a resilient, caring, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic SEMH school in the SK13 area of Stockport. This Teaching Assistant role is to start as soon as possible and is a full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent.
As a Teaching Assistant, you'll be working with primary-aged pupils with a variety of additional needs including SEMH, ADHD, and behavioural challenges. You'll be part of a nurturing team that supports every child with empathy, consistency, and structure.
This Teaching Assistant role involves a blend of 1:1 support, group work, and in-class assistance. You'll be based in a setting that's passionate about giving pupils the tools they need to succeed-emotionally, socially, and academically.
Key Responsibilities for the Teaching Assistant:* Work as a Teaching Assistant across a range of classroom and support situations.* Provide 1:1 and small group interventions for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.* Use strategies to de-escalate and support emotional regulation.* Build strong, trusting relationships with students.* Collaborate with teachers and therapists to implement personalised plans.* Promote resilience, engagement, and a love of learning.
The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will:* Be a confident, calm, and reliable Teaching Assistant with experience in challenging settings.* Have knowledge or experience of SEMH, ADHD, and behavioural needs.* Be passionate about inclusion and helping all children succeed.* Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.* Be committed to making a positive difference as a Teaching Assistant.
Teaching Assistant Requirements:* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply).* Right to work in the UK.* Recent, relevant references covering the last 2-3 years.* Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an SEMH setting.
Benefits for the Teaching Assistant:* Excellent hourly pay (paid weekly).* Full-time hours with potential for a school contract.* Supportive and specialist SEMH school environment.* Free safeguarding & CPD training through Reeson Education.* A dedicated consultant to support you in your journey.
If you're a strong and compassionate Teaching Assistant ready to make an impact in an SEMH school, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join a fantastic team through Reeson Education.
Reeson Education:
Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England.
