At a Glance
- Tasks: Support primary school pupils during teachers' planning time across various year groups.
- Company: Aspire People, a leading education agency in Manchester.
- Benefits: Flexible full-time and part-time roles with competitive pay rates.
- Other info: Dedicated consultant support and opportunities across multiple schools.
- Why this job: Make a difference in young learners' lives while enjoying diverse classroom experiences.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Teaching Assistant in UK primary schools and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 24885 - 30415 £ per year.
Aspire People are recruiting adaptable and experienced Teaching Assistants to provide classroom support across primary schools in Manchester. These opportunities are suited to TAs who enjoy variety and are confident moving between different classes and year groups to support teaching staff during PPA cover arrangements. You will help ensure pupils remain engaged, supported and settled while teachers are undertaking their planning, preparation and assessment time.
THE ROLE:
- Providing classroom support across different year groups
- Assisting with learning activities during PPA cover sessions
- Supporting pupils with Maths, English and wider curriculum tasks
- Helping deliver prepared activities and instructions from teaching staff
- Providing additional support to pupils who need help accessing learning
- Supporting classroom routines and positive behaviour
- Adapting to different teaching styles and classroom environments
- Working alongside teachers and other support staff
- Helping maintain continuity of learning throughout the school day
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Has recent experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a UK primary school
- Is confident supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
- Can adapt quickly to different classrooms and year groups
- Has strong communication and behaviour management skills
- Is organised, reliable and able to use initiative
- Can follow lesson instructions and support prepared activities
- Builds positive relationships with pupils and staff
Experience supporting whole-class activities or working across multiple year groups would be advantageous.
WHY WORK WITH ASPIRE PEOPLE?
- Full-time and part-time opportunities
- Daily supply and longer-term placements
- Competitive daily pay rates
- Dedicated consultant support
- Opportunities across a range of primary schools
If you are an adaptable Teaching Assistant who enjoys variety and is confident supporting learning across different year groups, apply today or contact Aspire People for more information. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
PPA Cover Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools employer: Aspire People
Aspire People is an exceptional employer for FE & College Lecturers in South Wales, offering competitive pay rates of £28 - £45 per hour along with a £100 sign-up bonus after 20 days of work. With a strong commitment to employee growth through free CPD and safeguarding training, as well as dedicated consultant support, Aspire People fosters a flexible and inclusive work culture that empowers educators to inspire the next generation while enjoying meaningful and rewarding employment.
