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Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 19 December 2025
Salary: £102 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 January 2026
Location: Salford, Greater Manchester
Company: senploy
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 198092

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Summary

Teaching Assistant - Primary School (Salford, M6)
Start Date: 12th January 2026
Pay: £90-£107 per day (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time | Monday-Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Salford (M6) who are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team from January 2026. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity within a supportive school environment that places a strong emphasis on inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

The Role

You will be based within a classroom setting, supporting the class teacher and pupils with their learning and development. Within the class, there are three children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), so the role will involve a mix of general classroom support and targeted SEN support.

Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons


Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons
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Providing in-class support to pupils, including small group and individual interventions


Providing in-class support to pupils, including small group and individual interventions
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Offering additional support to pupils with SEN in line with their EHCP targets


Offering additional support to pupils with SEN in line with their EHCP targets
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Supporting children with a range of needs, which may include ASD, speech and language needs, ADHD or learning difficulties


Supporting children with a range of needs, which may include ASD, speech and language needs, ADHD or learning difficulties
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Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement using consistent behaviour strategies


Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement using consistent behaviour strategies
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Helping to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment


Helping to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment
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Assisting with classroom preparation, resources and daily routines


Assisting with classroom preparation, resources and daily routines

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who is:
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Experienced working in a primary school setting (essential)


Experienced working in a primary school setting (essential)
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Confident supporting pupils with SEN and EHCPs


Confident supporting pupils with SEN and EHCPs
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Patient, nurturing and adaptable to meet a range of learning needs


Patient, nurturing and adaptable to meet a range of learning needs
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Able to work effectively as part of a team and follow guidance from the class teacher and SENCO


Able to work effectively as part of a team and follow guidance from the class teacher and SENCO
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Passionate about supporting children's academic, social and emotional development


Passionate about supporting children's academic, social and emotional development

Previous experience supporting children with SEN is highly desirable, though candidates with strong general classroom experience and a willingness to develop their SEN skills are also encouraged to apply.

What the School Offers
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A friendly and supportive staff team


A friendly and supportive staff team
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Clear routines and strong leadership support


Clear routines and strong leadership support
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A well-resourced classroom environment


A well-resourced classroom environment
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The opportunity to gain further experience working with SEN


The opportunity to gain further experience working with SEN

Pay & Benefits
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Competitive daily rate of £90-£107, dependent on experience


Competitive daily rate of £90-£107, dependent on experience
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Full-time, consistent hours


Full-time, consistent hours
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Ongoing support from your consultant throughout the placement


Ongoing support from your consultant throughout the placement

If you are a dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Salford (M6) starting January 12th 2026, we would love to hear from you.



Apply today to discuss this opportunity further.





This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

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