Teaching Assistant

Laurus Trust; Stockport; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Stockport is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their SEND team. You will support pupils with diverse learning needs, providing individual and group assistance. This part-time role requires an Early Years qualification or QTS. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are available. Join us to empower young people and contribute positively to their education and personal growth.

Benefits

Professional learning opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Must have GCSEs in Maths and English.
• Essential Early Years qualification or QTS.
• Experience in school settings is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support for pupils as directed by teachers.
• Work collaboratively with team members to support pupil welfare.

Skills

Sound Educational background including GCSE's in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent

Good knowledge and understanding of play and how to create opportunities for a wide range of ages and interests

Experience working in a school environment

Education

Early Years qualification (or QTS)

Job description

* Teaching AssistantNEWFast Apply# Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Stockport, Greater ManchesterContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: £19,954 - £20,945 (Actual salary)Posted: 18th December 2025Start Date: 16th February 2026Expires: 13th January 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 16th February 2026Job ID: 1526940Job Reference: LT001694, 1695Start Date: 16th February 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1526940* Share :We are seeking two friendly and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our growing team at Cheadle Hulme Primary School. In this rewarding role, you'll play a vital part in supporting pupils with a variety of learning needs. You'll work alongside teachers to provide one-on-one or small group support, and empower pupils to reach their full potential.Here at the Laurus Trust we are able to provide a cutting-edge SEND provision that has a positive impact on our young people, and we are currently looking to recruit caring and dedicated individuals to join our SEND team. You will play a vital role in enhancing pupils progress whilst promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion. A comprehensive offer of professional learning is in place and we ensure that all schools have designated work spaces for staff. A broad range of training in SEND is in place across all our schools focus on whole school SEND issues as well as specific training for SEND teams.If you would like to join our Laurus family in a rewarding role that changes the lives of our pupils by empowering them to become the best that they can then we would love to hear from you.This position is contracted on a **30 hours per week Term Time only + 5 days basis.** This means you will mainly work when the school is open to pupils and will not need to work during the school holidays unless the contract requires you to do so.We have two different working hours available. Please state within the additional question section which shift you are applying for:* **Early shift:** 7.30am-1.30pm daily. This role includes Breakfast Club, LSA role in and out of class and support at lunchtimes.* **Late shift:** 12-6pm daily. This role includes support at lunchtimes, LSA role in and out of class and after school club.**Job Purpose (For further details on the role, please find the Job Description below)*** Provide in class support for pupils to enable them to make progress as directed by relevant teachers, delivering small group and one to one intervention programmes.* Work collaboratively with all members of the team, to support the welfare and personal development of pupils.**Key Skills and Experiences*** Sound Educational background including GCSE's in Maths and English (A\*-C) or equivalent.* **Early Years qualification (or QTS) as an essential*** Good knowledge and understanding of play and how to create opportunities for a wide range of ages and interests.* Experience working in a school environment would be an advantage.To learn more about what the Trust offer, including our wide range of employee benefits and access to further professional learning, visit our Careers page. At the Laurus Trust, we value the significance of a healthy work/life balance for our employees. Achieving a better balance can boost motivation and morale, lower stress levels, enhance performance and productivity, and make job opportunities more inclusive. Whenever feasible, we are committed to offering flexible arrangements from the very start, which could include options like part-time roles, term-time working, Job-sharing and compressed hours.A full application must be submitted as CV's will unfortunately not be accepted in line with our safer recruitment process.*We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.*### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Cheadle Hulme Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Cheadle Hulme Primary SchoolPart of### The Laurus Trust