Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Trafford, Greater ManchesterStart Date: ASAPHours: 8:15 AM - 3:45 PM, Monday to FridaySalary: £12.83 - £14.54 per hour
Reeson Education is working with a specialist SEN primary school in Trafford to recruit a Teaching Assistant to support EYFS and KS1 pupils with a range of needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, sensory processing difficulties, non-verbal communication, MLD, and PMLD. This is a full-time, long-term role in a highly inclusive and supportive environment.
About the School:
This specialist SEN primary school provides a holistic and child-centred approach to learning. With a highly skilled team of teachers, therapists, and teaching assistants, the school ensures that each child receives individualised support to help them thrive. The focus is on creative, innovative, and aspirational teaching to help children achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities for the Teaching Assistant:
- Provide classroom support as a teaching assistant to EYFS and KS1 pupils with varied and complex needs
- Work 1:1 and in small groups to support communication, social skills, and engagement
- Assist with sensory activities and therapeutic interventions
- Create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
- Work collaboratively as a teaching assistant with teachers, therapists, and families to meet each child's individual needs
Requirements for the Teaching Assistant:
- Passion for supporting children with special educational needs
- Experience working with SEN pupils in any capacity (desirable but not essential)
- A patient, compassionate, and adaptable approach
- Willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to a long-term teaching assistant role in a specialist school setting
Benefits for the Teaching Assistant:
- Full-time, long-term teaching assistant position with the potential for a school contract
- Work in a highly supportive and specialist SEN setting
- Gain valuable experience in ASD, ADHD, SEMH, sensory needs, and PMLD support
- Competitive hourly rate & opportunity to make a real impact
If you're a Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a fantastic SEN primary school, apply today!
Reeson Education is excited to hear from dedicated and motivated individuals.
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.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. 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 London.
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.
Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%