Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant Opportunities – September 2026

Location: Sale, Altrincham, Wythenshawe, Stockport, Hyde & surrounding areas
Salary: £575–£600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time & Part-time | Day-to-Day, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Ready to Make a Difference Every Day?

Are you looking for a rewarding career where no two days are the same? Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, recently qualified, or looking to begin your journey in education, Connex Education has exciting opportunities waiting for you.

We work in partnership with a wide network of fantastic primary schools and academy trusts across Sale, Altrincham, Wythenshawe, Stockport and Hyde, giving you access to a variety of welcoming school environments where you can build experience, develop your skills and find the role that's right for you.

Whether you're looking for flexible work to fit around your lifestyle or hoping to secure a long-term or permanent position, we'll help you find a school where you can thrive.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play an essential part in helping children reach their full potential while supporting teachers to create engaging and inclusive classrooms.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Providing 1:1 support or leading small intervention groups.
• Helping pupils build confidence, independence and resilience.
• Assisting teachers in delivering creative and engaging lessons.
• Supporting children with SEND and a range of additional learning needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and creating a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Many of our full-time positions (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm) offer the opportunity to become permanent members of staff.

Why Choose Connex Education?

At Connex Education, we're passionate about helping education professionals build rewarding careers. Whether you're hoping to progress into an HLTA role, train to become a teacher or simply find a school where you feel valued, we'll support you every step of the way.

When you join Connex Education, you'll receive:

• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions.
• Competitive salary of £575-£600 per week depending on experience.
• Access to long-term placements with permanent opportunities.
• Opportunities across a wide range of local schools and academy trusts.
• Free accredited CPD and professional development courses.
• Wellbeing support and classroom refresher training.
• Career progression into HLTA, apprenticeships and teacher training.
• A dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Local work matched to your experience, skills and career aspirations.

What We're Looking For

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

Essential

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or relevant experience supporting children within a school setting.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above), or equivalent.
• A genuine passion for helping children learn and succeed.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Connex Education.

You'll also be:

• Caring, patient and enthusiastic.
• A confident communicator who enjoys working as part of a team.
• Comfortable supporting pupils with varying learning needs, including SEND.
• Proactive with good classroom awareness and behaviour management skills.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Keen to continue learning and developing your career in education.

Why Become a Teaching Assistant?

Teaching Assistants make a lasting impact every single day.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience, inspire young learners and build a fulfilling career within education. Whether your goal is to become a teacher, SEN specialist, HLTA or simply continue supporting children to achieve their best, this role offers an excellent foundation for your future.

Apply Today

If you're ready to begin—or continue—your career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Connex Education and discover exciting opportunities across schools and academy trusts in Sale, Altrincham, Wythenshawe, Stockport and Hyde. We'll help you find a role where you can grow professionally, feel supported and make a genuine difference to children's lives every day.

Equality, Diversity & Safeguarding

All offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.