Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Manchester, M9 Start Date: ASAP Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM : 3:30 PM Pay Rate: GBP13.69 to GBP15.87 per hour Contract Type: Full:time, Long:term Reeson Education is recruiting a dedicated and nurturing Teaching Assistant to support a Year 2 pupil on a 1:1 basis at a welcoming primary school in the M9 area of Manchester. This Teaching Assistant role is full:time, long:term, and starts as soon as possible. The pupil youll be supporting has a diagnosis of ASD and presents with speech, language, and communication needs. The school is looking for a Teaching Assistant who can provide calm, consistent support while building a strong, trusting relationship. The right Teaching Assistant will be patient, intuitive, and confident using visual aids and simple language strategies. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in a supportive and inclusive school environment. The school has a strong SEND team and offers excellent resources and CPD for the right Teaching Assistant. Key Responsibilities for the Teaching Assistant: * Work 1:1 with a Year 2 pupil with ASD and communication needs * Support the pupils academic, social, and emotional development * Use visuals, simple instructions, and structured routines * Adapt tasks to meet the pupils individual learning profile * Work alongside the class teacher and SENDCO The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will: * Be a calm, nurturing, and proactive Teaching Assistant * Have experience supporting pupils with ASD or speech and language needs * Be confident using visual schedules, PECs, or similar strategies * Be reliable, consistent, and emotionally aware * Be fully committed to the role and ready to make a difference Teaching Assistant Requirements: * Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing ) * Right to work in the UK * Relevant references covering the last 2:3 years * A passion for supporting pupils with additional needs Benefits for the Teaching Assistant: * Excellent hourly pay (paid weekly) * Long:term opportunity in a well:resourced primary school * Supportive leadership and SEND team * Free CPD and safeguarding training via Reeson Education * A dedicated consultant to support you through your role If youre a skilled and caring Teaching Assistant looking to support a brilliant Year 2 pupil in M9, apply today and take the next step in your career with Reeson Education Reeson Education: Reeson Education is Englands Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults. Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07