Teaching Assistant

  • Job Reference: 2413773558-2
  • Date Posted: 16 October 2025
  • Recruiter: Prospero Teaching
  • Location: Swinton, Manchester
  • Salary: £98.00 to £110 Per Day
  • Sector: Support / IAG, Teaching Assistant
  • Job Type: Temporary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Classroom Support: Assist in lessons to help maintain engagement and promote learning.

  • Class Cover: Confidently manage the classroom in the teacher's absence, ensuring a positive and productive environment.

  • Interventions: Lead both small- and large-group sessions to boost progress in literacy and numeracy.

  • Behaviour Management: Apply effective strategies to encourage positive behaviour and maintain a safe, supportive atmosphere.

  • Individual Support: Provide targeted assistance to students, including those with special educational needs (SEN).

  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, parents, and other staff to support student progress.

  • Safeguarding: Follow safeguarding policies to ensure the well-being of all pupils.



Contract Details

  • Position: Teaching Assistant

  • Contract Type: Long-term (ongoing)

  • Start Date: November 2025

  • Hours: Full-time, 8:20 AM - 3:45 PM

  • Rate of Pay: From 95.29 per day



Qualifications & Experience

  • Qualification: Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).

  • Experience: Minimum of 12 weeks working in a UK school setting.

  • Training: Up-to-date safeguarding training is desirable (training can be provided).



Eligibility Requirements

  • Right to work in the UK

  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

  • Two professional references from educational settings



Benefits

  • Access to free CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management.

  • Continuous support from our dedicated Training and Development Team.



How to Apply

If you're interested in joining a supportive school community and making a difference in children's education, we'd love to hear from you!