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Posted 05 August, 2026

Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive
Manchester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Teaching Assistant – Primary School Location: Salford Salary: £92.63 – £110 per day Contract: Full-time | Term Time Only | Long-Term Opportunity Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a welcoming Primary School? We are working with a friendly and supportive Primary School in Salford that is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the classroom, supporting pupils to achieve their full potential in a nurturing learning environment. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons. Work with individual pupils and small groups to enhance learning. Encourage pupils' confidence, independence and social development. Help create a positive, safe and stimulating classroom environment. Assist with classroom preparation and learning resources. Support children with varying learning needs where required. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who: Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable). Has previous experience working within a UK Primary School. Is enthusiastic, patient and committed to supporting children's learning. Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents. Is flexible, reliable and able to work as part of a team. What We Offer Competitive daily pay of £92.63 – £110 per day. A welcoming and supportive school environment. Opportunities for professional development. Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant. Potential for a long-term or permanent position. If you're passionate about helping children thrive and are ready to take the next step in your education career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a fantastic Primary School in Salford where your support can make a lasting impact on young learners. Contact Megan today! / (phone number removed) About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment