Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant – Manchester

Primary School Based in Manchester

Full-Time | Long-Term | Immediate & September Starts Available

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable, hands-on experience within a primary school setting?

Are you considering a career in teaching and eager to build your classroom confidence before progressing into teacher training?

A welcoming, inclusive, and community-focused primary school in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Key Stage 1 (KS1), and Key Stage 2 (KS2).

What’s On Offer?

• Full-time, term-time only position (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm)
• Long-term opportunity within a supportive and nurturing school environment
• Weekly pay of £550–£580
• Convenient Manchester location with excellent public transport links
• Experience supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
• Excellent preparation for future teacher training and education careers

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Hold a 2:1 degree or above
• Have a degree in Education, Psychology, Child Development, English, Maths, or a related subject (desirable)
• Possess strong spoken English skills to effectively support pupils, including those with English as an Additional Language (EAL)
• Demonstrate a positive, proactive, and nurturing attitude
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be passionate about education, child development, and inclusive learning
• Have experience supporting children within EYFS and/or SEND settings (highly desirable)
• Be an aspiring teacher, educational psychologist, or SEN specialist
• Have the right to work in the UK

The Role

As a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting both academic achievement and pupil wellbeing. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with phonics, literacy, numeracy, and language development
• Delivering targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions
• Assisting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Supporting learning within Early Years classrooms through both structured and play-based activities
• Promoting positive social, emotional, and communication development
• Helping to maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment

About the School

This vibrant primary school serves a diverse local community and is recognised for its strong inclusive ethos and child-centred approach.

The school is committed to:

• Providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing foundation for all learners
• Delivering effective support for pupils with additional needs through targeted interventions
• Encouraging children to become independent, resilient, and confident learners
• Offering a broad, creative, and engaging curriculum

Classrooms, including the Early Years provision, are well-resourced and designed to promote play-based learning, language development, and personalised support.

Support & Professional Development

This opportunity is ideal for aspiring teachers, particularly those interested in Early Years, SEND, or educational psychology pathways. You will benefit from:

• A collaborative and experienced teaching team
• Ongoing support from senior leaders and SEND professionals
• Access to training and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to a wide range of inclusive teaching and intervention strategies

This is an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand experience across primary education while developing the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in teaching, SEND support, or child development.

If you're ready to begin your journey as a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant in Manchester, apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education.

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