Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Start Date: February 2026
Contract: Full-time, Fixed-Term
Location: Manchester (M40)

About the Role

Monarch Education are seeking an experienced and passionate Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a warm, supportive primary school in North Manchester (M40). This full‑time position begins in February 2026 and will continue for the remainder of the academic year.

You will be working closely with pupils who have a range of additional needs, supporting both their academic progress and emotional well-being. This is an excellent opportunity for an SEN specialist who thrives on making a meaningful difference in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for children with Special Educational Needs.
• Assist with the implementation of EHCPs and personalised learning plans.
• Support the class teacher in adapting resources and activities.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and inclusion across the school day.
• Use initiative to create a nurturing learning environment tailored to individual needs.
• Communicate effectively with staff, parents and external professionals.

Requirements

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Experience working with SEN in a school setting.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and differentiated learning.
• Patience, empathy and a proactive approach to support.
• Ability to commit to a full‑time role until July 2026.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and friendly staff team.
• Access to ongoing CPD and SEN training.
• A well‑resourced environment designed to support diverse needs.
• The chance to build great relationships with pupils and make a lasting impact.

Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:

• Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved
• Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
• Free Safeguarding training
• Refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
• Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets

To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide – please visit our website – About Us – Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk)

Important Information:

• All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
• Equal Opportunities – Monarch
• Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant’s applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
• This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.