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Primary Teaching Assistant
- Posted: 07-11-2025
- Category: Teaching Assistants
- Location: Heald Green
- Type: Full-time / Contract
- Salary: £90 - £100 per day
Location: Stockport
Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you a motivated and caring Primary Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting Key Stage 2 pupils?
Join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Stockport, providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional learning needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while making a real difference in a child’s educational journey.
The Role – Primary Teaching Assistant
As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support pupils across Key Stage 2 with their learning and development.
- Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, helping them stay engaged and on track academically.
- Work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to deliver engaging lessons and activities.
- Assist with classroom management, preparation of learning materials, and small group interventions.
- Be flexible and proactive, supporting different pupils and year groups where needed.
About You
To be successful in this Primary Teaching Assistant role, you will need:
- Previous experience working with children in a school, childcare or SEN setting.
- A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or higher) or a related degree (desirable).
- Experience supporting children with additional needs or behavioural challenges.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- A patient, proactive, and professional approach to supporting pupils’ learning.
Why Work with Smile Education Northwest?
When you join Smile Education, you’ll benefit from:
- Fantastic classroom experience in a supportive primary school.
- Competitive and transparent pay rates.
- A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support and advice.
- Access to CPD opportunities to enhance your teaching skills.
- Flexible placements – long-term, permanent, and day-to-day roles available.
How to Apply
If this Primary Teaching Assistant role sounds like the perfect fit for you, apply today via this website or email Joseph at joseph@smile-education.co.uk to find out more.
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS, barred list, and qualifications verification.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
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