KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant

KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant – South Manchester

Prospero Teaching is looking for passionate, experienced and qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistants to support the learning of pupils in schools across South Manchester from September 2026.

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant in our South Manchester schools, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. Working within diverse and vibrant communities, you will deliver targeted interventions, lead learning activities, and provide classroom cover where required. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children, including those with SEND and additional barriers to learning, while working as part of a dedicated and supportive team committed to achieving the best outcomes for every pupil.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Previous experience working within Key Stage 1
• Confidence supporting phonics, early reading, writing and numeracy
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive and flexible approach

Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
• References covering the last 24 months

If you are enthusiastic about primary education and want to make a real difference in children’s lives, we would love to hear from you!

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.