Level 2 Teaching Assistant, Trafford

  • Location: Trafford
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £92.56 - 105 per day
  • Start date: 07/05/2026
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Primary Education
  • Posted:

Job Description

New Directions are looking for a friendly, committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and welcoming primary school in Trafford. This is a full-time role working in Year 3, supporting pupils to access learning, build confidence and make positive progress within the classroom.

This role is due to start as soon as possible and will continue for the rest of the academic year. This role may lead to a permanent opportunity for the right person.

The Role
• Support the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities and routines
• Work with pupils in Year 3 on a 1:1 basis, in small groups and as part of whole-class learning
• Support children with reading, writing and maths, helping them to stay engaged and make progress
• Adapt activities where needed to meet individual learning needs
• Help create a positive, safe and engaging classroom environment
• Work closely with colleagues to monitor progress and provide feedback on pupil development

The Candidate
• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Previous experience working within a primary school setting is essential
• Experience supporting Key Stage 2 pupils is desirable
• A positive, patient and flexible approach to supporting learning and behaviour
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable, enthusiastic and committed to helping children achieve their potential

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term teaching roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Related Vacancies

SEND Teaching Assistant, Trafford

Trafford

£92.56 - 105 per day

Ongoing

View

Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant, Trafford

Trafford

£92.56 - 105 per day

Ongoing

View

SEMH Teaching Assistant, Trafford

Trafford

£92.56 - 110 per day

Ongoing

View

SEND Teaching Assistant, Trafford

Trafford

£92.56 - 105 per day

Ongoing

View

Primary Teacher – Supply within a Trust, Trafford

Trafford

£150 - 200 per day

Long term placement

View