Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Location: Stockport Area SK5 6QG
Contract Type: Long-Term / Permanent
Hours: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives?

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Stockport area is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join its supportive team on a long-term or permanent basis. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential, regardless of their starting point.

This role would suit someone who is enthusiastic about supporting pupils across the primary age range and has experience working with children who require additional support. You will play a key role in helping pupils access learning, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and socially.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teaching and learning across the primary school.
• Provide high-quality 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs.
• Assist small groups of children with targeted interventions and classroom activities.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and encourage positive engagement.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers and SEN staff to implement support strategies.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will:

• Have previous experience working with children in a school or educational setting.
• Be confident supporting pupils with additional needs, including SEN.
• Be patient, caring, and adaptable in their approach.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Be committed to helping every child succeed and reach their full potential.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible day-to-day, long-term and permanent opportunities
• Access to our CPD Academy
• Competitive weekly pay
• Easy online timesheets via the myTP portal
• Wellbeing support
• Recognition through our Excellence in Education Awards
• A supportive and welcoming school community.
• Full-time employment for the academic year.

Safeguarding Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all relevant pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines.

If you are a dedicated Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children and helping them thrive, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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