Job Description

"Looking for Your Next Rewarding Role in the Heart of Didsbury?"

We are currently seeking a teaching assistant to join our Primary Team. In this role, you will support the class teacher by assisting in the delivery of lessons, ensuring pupils remain engaged and supported in their learning. You will not be required to plan or lead lessons, but your role will be vital in helping maintain a positive and nurturing learning environment.

Tradewind is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant for an exciting opportunity at a reputable primary school in South Manchester.

Where: South Manchester

Shift Pattern: Full-time, part-time and day-to-day

Pay: 83 - 95 per day, depending on experience

About the School

This primary school is committed to providing a compelling, purposeful, and comprehensive curriculum for every pupil, regardless of their ability or background. The curriculum is designed to ignite motivation and inspiration, promoting a love for learning and collective success. The school's objective is to equip pupils with the knowledge, skills, and mindset essential for lifelong learning and overall well-being. With a dedication to instilling pride and knowledge about the local community and its history, the school actively encourages collaboration within the vibrant and diverse community. Moreover, as a UNICEF Rights Respecting School, it genuinely values the rights, opinions, and voices of children.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Collaborating with the teacher to deliver creative and engaging lessons in alignment with the National Curriculum.
• Providing targeted support to pupils, including small-group interventions and one-on-one assistance, to ensure individual progress.
• Monitoring and recording pupil performance, helping to identify learning gaps, and assisting with strategies to bridge them.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assisting with the preparation of resources and activities, contributing to the school's creative curriculum.
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents to support student well-being and academic achievement.

Why Join?

• Be part of a forward-thinking and supportive team.
• Gain invaluable experience in a school with a proven track record of excellence.
• Play an essential role in shaping the learning journey of ambitious and motivated pupils.

Essential Requirements:

-Level 1 Teaching Assistant Qualification or higher

-Excellent references to support previous experience

-A CV that covers employment history with any CV gaps explained

-The right to work in the UK

All candidates for posts will be asked to provide suitable references and undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you feel you meet the requirements and would like to be considered for this exciting Teaching Assistant position, please call Dan Adamiec on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment / SANZA Teaching Agency / Accelerate Teaching;

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
• Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer