Teaching Assistant Level 2 (Learning Support Assistant)

Didsbury CofE Primary School, Manchester, M20 6RL

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  6 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE) Term Time Only

Teaching Assistant Level 2 (Learning Support Assistant) job summary

Teaching Assistant Level 2 (Learning Support Assistant)

Grade 3 | Full-time | Term-time only

We are seeking a resilient, patient and highly nurturing Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our team and provide targeted 1:1 support for a pupil with additional needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by supporting emotional regulation, learning engagement and independence.

About the Role

This role is focused on supporting a child with SEN/SEMH needs, helping them to access learning and develop the skills needed to thrive both academically and socially.

You will:

• Support learning by breaking down tasks and adapting materials to reduce frustration and build confidence
• Promote independence and social development, encouraging positive peer relationships and avoiding over-reliance on adult support
• De-escalate situations using trauma-informed approaches, identifying early signs of dysregulation and guiding the pupil to regulate safely
• Co-regulate - remain calm, consistent and reassuring, especially during moments of emotional distress

Alongside this specialist support, you will contribute to the wider classroom by helping to create a positive, inclusive and well-organised learning environment, working closely with the class teacher and SEN team.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Calm, resilient and patient, able to remain solution-focused in challenging situations
• Experienced in SEN/SEMH, with a strong understanding of behavioural and sensory needs
• Knowledgeable about EHCPs, with the ability to deliver targeted support and interventions
• Skilled in building positive relationships with pupils while maintaining clear boundaries
• Committed to helping pupils develop confidence, independence and wellbeing

You will ideally have:

• Experience working with children or young people with additional needs in a school or similar setting
• Strong communication, behaviour support and teamwork skills
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive, collaborative school team
• Access ongoing training and development opportunities
• Make a meaningful and lasting impact on a child’s life

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Didsbury CE 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.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Didsbury CofE Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 209 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Didsbury CofE Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/didsbury-cofe-primary-school-manchester

Didsbury CE is a well-established faith school, located in the heart of the historic urban village of Didsbury, Manchester.

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