Teaching assistant

Description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: M20, Manchester

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break)

Pay: £13.69 - £15.87 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Long-term, ongoing (with potential to become permanent)

Reeson Education is seeking a resilient and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Primary PRU in the M20 area. This full-time, long-term opportunity is ideal for a Teaching Assistant experienced in working with children with SEMH, ASD, and complex behavioural needs.

Restraint training is essential! Only candidates with official Team Teach or other recognised restraint training should apply.

Teaching Assistant Role Information:

Full-time, long-term role with the opportunity for permanent placement.

Based in a Primary PRU supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, and other complex needs.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch break.

Pay: £13.69 - £15.87 per hour.

Start Date: ASAP.

Teaching Assistant Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 and small group support as a Teaching Assistant.

Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to deliver tailored interventions.

Support pupils in regulating behaviour using positive reinforcement and restraint techniques when required.

Encourage social, emotional, and academic development in a structured environment.

Maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom as a Teaching Assistant.

Assist with daily routines, transitions, and school-wide activities.

Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Be a calm, consistent, and supportive presence for children with complex needs.

Teaching Assistant Requirements:

Experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally in a Primary PRU, SEN, or SEMH setting.

Official Team Teach or recognised restraint training within the last 2 years is essential.

Understanding of SEMH, ASD, and challenging behaviours.

Resilient, adaptable, and patient approach.

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Enhanced DBS (on the update service or willingness to apply).

Full commitment to a long-term role as a Teaching Assistant.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed Teaching Assistant ready to make a real difference in a challenging and rewarding environment. If you are motivated, skilled in restraint techniques, and passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs, we want to hear from you.

Apply today to begin your journey as a Teaching Assistant in M20!

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the 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 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 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

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