Role: Teaching Assistant
Location: WA14, Trafford
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM start, with finish times varying between 3:05 PM and 4:00 PM
Salary: £14.25 to £16.65 per hour

Reeson Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a specialist alternative provision in WA14. This Teaching Assistant role is a full-time, long-term opportunity to support young people aged 11 to 16 who face challenges in mainstream education due to social, emotional, and mental health needs.

The Role of a Teaching Assistant:

• As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who require additional support to engage with learning.
• The Teaching Assistant will provide academic and emotional support, helping students build confidence and resilience.
• The Teaching Assistant will assist in delivering tailored interventions that focus on social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• The Teaching Assistant will work alongside teachers and pastoral teams to create a structured, nurturing environment where students feel safe and supported.
• The Teaching Assistant will play a key role in promoting positive behaviour and engagement within the classroom setting.

What We Are Looking For in a Teaching Assistant:

• A Teaching Assistant with experience supporting young people with SEMH needs or those at risk of disengagement from education.
• A Teaching Assistant who is patient, resilient, and able to build strong relationships with students.
• A Teaching Assistant who understands the challenges young people face and can provide a supportive and encouraging presence.
• A Teaching Assistant who is committed to a long-term role and keen to make a lasting impact in an alternative provision setting.

Why Work as a Teaching Assistant in This Setting?

• This Teaching Assistant role offers the chance to work in a specialist provision where every day is different.
• The Teaching Assistant will benefit from ongoing support and training to develop their skills.
• This Teaching Assistant position provides an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people who need it most.
• Competitive pay and long-term job security for a dedicated Teaching Assistant.

If you are a Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and specialist setting, apply today. Reeson Education is eager to hear from individuals who are passionate about helping young people succeed.

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%