Full job descriptionRole: Teaching Assistant
Location: Salford
Salary Scale: 14.25 - £16.65 per hour
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time
Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for an opportunity to support learning and development within a supportive primary school environment?
Reeson Education are seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Salford. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and proactive individual who is confident supporting in Key Stage 2 (KS2), helping them develop academically, socially, and emotionally.
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils across Key Stage 2. You will assist with lesson delivery, provide individual and small-group support, and help create a positive and engaging learning environment where individuals can achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
*Classroom Support: Assist the class teacher with daily classroom activities, lesson preparation, and the delivery of engaging learning experiences.
*Key Stage 2 Support: Provide support to individuals in KS2, helping them access the curriculum and develop essential skills.
*Individual & Group Support: Deliver targeted one-to-one and small-group support to reinforce learning and address individual needs.
*Behaviour Management: Encourage positive behaviour, maintain classroom expectations, and promote a safe and inclusive learning environment.
*Learning & Progress Monitoring: Monitor engagement and progress, providing feedback to the class teacher where appropriate.
*Additional Learning Needs: Adapt support and learning resources to accommodate with different abilities and learning requirements.
*Team Collaboration: Work closely with teachers and other support staff to ensure children receive consistent and effective assistance.
To succeed as a Teaching Assistant, you will need:
*Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a UK primary school.
*Experience supporting across Key Stage 2.
*A good understanding of the primary school curriculum and classroom support strategies.
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
*A patient, proactive, and adaptable approach to supporting children’s learning and development.
*The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider school team.
*An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply through Reeson Education.
Benefits:
*The opportunity to work within a supportive primary school in Salford.
*Experience supporting across Key Stage 2.
*Opportunities for professional development and further experience within education.
*A collaborative and welcoming school environment.
*The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to academic progress and personal development.
*Support from Reeson Education throughout the recruitment and placement process.
Applicants must meet all relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment requirements, including holding an enhanced DBS on the update service or being willing to apply for a new one.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, Reeson Education are committed to providing high-quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
If you are an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with experience supporting primary-aged pupils and are confident working within Key Stage 2, we would love to hear from you!


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 and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%