Teaching Assistant

Job description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant – Primary School (Salford)

A welcoming and nurturing primary school in Salford is working in partnership with Teaching Personnel to recruit a dedicated, proactive, and caring Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join their team from September.

The Role

As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role within the classroom, working closely with the class teacher to support teaching and learning. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils
• Assisting with the planning, delivery, and review of lessons
• Helping to create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Supporting pupils with a range of learning needs, including SEND and EAL
• Promoting positive behaviour and supporting effective classroom routines
• Building strong, positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families

About You

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual with a genuine passion for supporting children’s development. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with children, ideally within a primary school setting
• A positive, proactive attitude and a love for supporting learning
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach
• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent – highly desirable)

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Variety of Roles – Access to a wide range of primary school placements
• CPD Academy – Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Weekly Pay – Competitive rates based on experience
• myTP Portal – Easy online management of bookings and availability
• Safeguarding Focus – A supportive and safe working environment
• Recognition & Rewards – Celebrate achievements through our Excellence in Education Awards

Interested?

Send us your most up-to-date CV and contact details, and a member of our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Salford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £100.00 and £125.00 Per Hour

Published at

11-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English