Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant

Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant

• Position Details:
• Position:
  Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant
• Location:
  
  Tameside
• Contract Type:
  Temporary, term-time only (full-time)
• Start Date:
  
  January 2026
• Hours:
  
  08:30 - 15:30
• Rate of Pay: £95.29 - £110.00

Are you a patient, enthusiastic, and dedicated Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant looking to support pupils during a crucial stage of their education?

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Tameside, supporting pupils across Key Stage 2. The school promotes a positive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially, and emotionally. Some pupils may have additional learning needs or SEN, offering you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference through tailored support.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and play a key role in helping pupils build confidence, independence, and a positive attitude towards learning.

• Support pupils in lessons on a one-to-one or small-group basis.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and delivery.
• Provide targeted support for pupils with SEN or additional learning needs.
• Promote positive behaviour, engagement, and confidence.
• Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support pupils' academic progress and emotional wellbeing.

• Experience supporting children in a primary school or childcare setting is desirable.
• Understanding of Key Stage 2 learning and curriculum expectations.
• Patient, proactive, and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing.

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS registered with the update service or be willing to apply.
• Provide two professional, child-related references covering the last two years.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your up ziliz? to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding and vetting checks.