Teaching Assistant

Employer: Hays

Location: Stockport

Salary: £100 - £135

Job type: TEMPORARY

Posted: 2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

Sector: Education & Training

Job Description

Your new school Are you passionate about supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)? Hays Education is urgently recruiting experienced and enthusiastic Secondary School Teaching Assistants to work across a range of mainstream and specialist secondary schools in the Manchester Area. ✅ Why Work with Hays Education? Immediate Start Available – We need Teaching Assistants now in Manchester! Diverse School Settings – Gain experience in both mainstream and SEN environments Career Support – Ongoing training, CV consultations, and professional development Flexible Work Options – Choose from temporary, long-term, or permanent roles Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and group support for students with special educational needs (SEN) Assist in delivering Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) Support classroom teachers with behaviour management and student engagement Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment Collaborate with SEN professionals, including speech therapists and educational psychologists Track and report on student progress and development Requirements: Essential: Experience working with children, ideally in an SEN setting Optional: Experience working within a healthcare/care worker setting Strong communication and interpersonal skills A proactive, adaptable, and compassionate approach What We Offer: Competitive pay: Up to £120/day + holiday pay (PAYE or Umbrella) Access to the Hays Education App – manage time sheets, training, and benefits £250 referral bonus for recommending a friend Free CV consultation and career advice from a dedicated education consultant What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4784975 - Matthew Dawson

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