Teaching assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: SK5, Stockport
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: -14.2516.65 per hour, PAYE or Umbrella
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm
Contract: Full-time, long-term

Teaching Assistant - SEND, SEMH & Behaviour Support

Reeson Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant for a fantastic full-time, long-term opportunity at a primary school in the SK5 area of Stockport.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Teaching Assistant who has experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and behavioural challenges. The successful candidate will work across the school, including within the school''s dedicated SEND Nurture Room, providing consistent, tailored support to pupils who need additional help to access learning, manage their emotions and develop positive relationships.

The school is looking for a Teaching Assistant who understands that every child has different needs and that patience, consistency and the right support can make a significant difference to a pupil''s school experience.

Previous experience working in a UK primary school is essential, alongside practical experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs. This role would suit a Teaching Assistant who is confident adapting their approach to meet individual needs and who can remain calm, positive and supportive when working with children who may find the school environment challenging.

With an ASAP start, full-time hours and a long-term commitment, this is a brilliant opportunity for a Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a primary setting.

The Role - Teaching Assistant

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work across the primary school, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs both in the classroom and within the SEND Nurture Room.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs throughout the school day.
• Providing individual and small-group support where required.
• Working within the SEND Nurture Room to help pupils engage with learning and develop positive behaviours.
• Supporting children with additional communication needs, including non-verbal pupils.
• Helping pupils regulate their emotions and manage challenging situations safely and positively.
• Encouraging participation, confidence, independence and engagement in learning.
• Adapting your approach to suit individual learning, communication and emotional needs.
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff to provide consistent support.
• Helping create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Promoting positive relationships, clear boundaries and appropriate behaviour.

The successful Teaching Assistant will be flexible and comfortable working across different areas of the school, responding to pupils'' changing needs throughout the day.

Essential Experience & Requirements

To be considered for this Teaching Assistant role, you must have:

• Previous experience working in a UK primary school.
• Practical experience supporting children with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges.
• An understanding of how to support children who may become dysregulated or struggle to engage in learning.
• Experience supporting pupils with communication needs, including non-verbal children.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach to behaviour support.
• The ability to build trusting relationships with children and work effectively as part of a team.
• A flexible, proactive attitude and a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable pupils.

Experience supporting children with autism (ASD), ADHD and complex emotional or behavioural needs would be particularly beneficial.

The school needs a Teaching Assistant who can offer more than general classroom support: someone who understands the importance of individualised support, positive relationships and helping children feel safe enough to learn.

What Makes This Teaching Assistant Opportunity Appealing?

This Teaching Assistant position offers the chance to work in a primary school where support for pupils with additional needs is an important part of the role.

You will have the opportunity to support children across the school, gain valuable experience within a SEND Nurture Room and contribute to pupils'' emotional, social and educational development.

The role offers:

• Full-time, Monday-to-Friday hours.
• A long-term placement with an ASAP start.
• Consistent working hours of 8:30am-4:00pm.
• Competitive pay of -14.2516.65 per hour, PAYE or Umbrella.
• Varied experience supporting SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children''s daily school experience.

Apply Today - Teaching Assistant, SK5

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant with a background in UK primary schools and a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs, Reeson Education would love to hear from you.

We are particularly keen to speak with Teaching Assistants who are confident supporting children with additional communication needs, including non-verbal pupils, and who can provide calm, consistent support across the school and within the SEND Nurture Room.

The role is available to start ASAP, so early applications are encouraged.

To apply for this Teaching Assistant position, please send your CV to Reeson Education or get in touch to discuss the opportunity further.

Reeson Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including enhanced DBS and satisfactory references, in line with relevant requirements.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the 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 the UK. 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%