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Primary Supply Teacher – flexible daily & short-term work | September 2026

£130 - £180 per day depending on experience and responsibilities

Are you a Primary Teacher looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle?

Whether you enjoy the variety of same-day emergency bookings, prefer short-term placements with little or no planning, or want to pick and choose the days you work, Premier Education has opportunities across Manchester to suit you.

We work with a wide range of welcoming primary schools across Manchester and are looking for reliable teachers available from September 2026. Whether you're available one day a week or full-time, we'll match you with roles that fit your preferences.

Why choose supply?

• Flexible work to fit around your availability
• Same-day and advance bookings available
• Short-term placements with minimal planning and marking
• Variety of EYFS, KS1 and KS2 settings
• Gain experience in different schools before committing to a long-term role
• Competitive daily pay and regular work with trusted schools

The schools

We work with a variety of primary schools across Manchester, including multi-academy trusts and long-standing partner schools.

These schools:

• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Have supportive Senior Leadership Teams and welcoming staff
• Offer well-resourced classrooms
• Value high-quality teaching and positive relationships
• Require reliable teachers to cover sickness, training, PPA and other short-term absences

Whether you're stepping in at short notice or covering a planned absence, you'll play an important role in ensuring pupils continue to receive high-quality teaching.

Primary Supply Teacher – responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 using the school's planning where provided
• Adapt quickly to different classroom environments
• Maintain positive behaviour and effective classroom management
• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures
• Complete marking and feedback where required
• Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff

Primary Supply Teacher – requirements

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Recent experience teaching within UK primary schools
• Confidence delivering lessons across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Flexible, reliable and professional approach
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)

How to apply

If you're a Primary Teacher looking for flexible daily supply, emergency bookings or short-term placements without the commitment of planning and preparation, we'd love to hear from you.

Click 'Apply' and send your updated CV to Michaela today. Shortlisting is taking place on a rolling basis for September 2026.

Premier Education is a trusted education recruitment agency, proudly supporting schools and educators across the North of England since 2001. We take the time to understand your needs and work hard to find you the right role, every time.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices. This role involves safeguarding responsibilities, and the candidate must be committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship for non-UK candidates.

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SEN Teaching Assistant – Tameside 

£92.56 - £110 per day, depending on experience and qualifications
Full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities
Roles available from September 2026

Are you a caring and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant who wants to make a genuine difference to children with additional needs?

Premier Education is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools within a trust in Tameside. A range of opportunities will be available from September 2026, with placements matched to your experience, availability and preferred location wherever possible.

You could work in primary schools across Ashton-under-Lyne, Hyde, Stalybridge, Denton, Droylsden, Dukinfield and the surrounding Tameside area. Some locations are also accessible for applicants travelling from Glossop, Oldham, Stockport, East Manchester and the High Peaks.

SEN Teaching Assistant - the role

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities

• Providing one-to-one, small-group and classroom-based support

• Helping pupils understand instructions and engage with learning

• Adapting activities to make the curriculum more accessible

• Delivering targeted literacy, numeracy and communication interventions

• Supporting children to manage their emotions and regulate their behaviour

• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive social interaction

• Following individual support plans and Education, Health and Care Plans

• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff

• Recording observations and providing feedback on pupils’ progress

• Creating a calm, consistent and inclusive learning environment

SEN Teaching Assistant - responsibilities

Across the trust’s primary schools, you could support children with needs such as:

• Autism

• ADHD

• Speech, language and communication needs

• Social, emotional and mental health needs

• Moderate learning difficulties

• Sensory or physical needs

• Behaviour that may challenge

• A combination of additional learning and pastoral needs

SEN Teaching Assistant - requirements

• Recent UK experience working with children in a school, nursery, care, youth work, coaching or similar setting

• Experience supporting children with additional needs

• A calm, patient and nurturing approach

• The resilience to respond positively when situations become challenging

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• The ability to follow individual support plans and staff guidance

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, although relevant experience will also be considered

• The Right to Work in the UK - we are unable to offer visa sponsorship

• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one

Why choose these SEN Teaching Assistant roles?

• Opportunities across several Tameside primary schools within the same trust

• Full-time, part-time and flexible working options

• Placements matched to your availability, experience and preferred area where possible

• Valuable experience supporting children with a range of additional needs

• The chance to develop skills in interventions, behaviour support and inclusive practice

• Experience that can support future careers in teaching, SEN, psychology or children’s services

• Support from an established education recruitment agency operating since 2001

Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking to build your experience supporting children with additional needs, Michaela would love to hear from you.

How to apply

Click ‘Apply’ and send your CV to Michaela at Premier Education today. Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis.

Please upload a full CV, including details of your qualifications.

The successful candidate will be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of our commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment for all.

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SEND / SEMH Teaching Assistant 

Location: Across all of Greater Manchester, Cheshire and High Peak
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time and part-time opportunities | Temporary, long-term and potential permanent roles
Pay: £92.56 – £100.00 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications

Premier Education are recruiting experienced and enthusiastic SEND / SEMH Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants for a range of September opportunities across mainstream schools, specialist SEND provisions and alternative education settings.

We are looking to hear from candidates with experience supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs, including autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, communication needs, learning difficulties and more complex SEND.

Roles will vary depending on your experience and the needs of the setting. Opportunities may include:

• Supporting pupils across a whole class within a specialist SEND provision
• Working with small groups of pupils requiring additional SEND or SEMH support
• Providing 1:1 support for an individual pupil within a mainstream or specialist setting
• Delivering targeted interventions to support learning, communication, emotional regulation or social development
• Supporting pupils to access learning and engage positively with school
• Working alongside teachers, SENDCos, pastoral teams and other support professionals
• Helping to create a safe, consistent and supportive learning environment
• Supporting pupils with varying levels of independence, from mild additional needs through to more complex SEND

Who are we looking for?

We would love to hear from candidates who:

• Have recent experience supporting children or young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs
• Are confident adapting their approach to meet individual needs
• Can build positive, consistent relationships with pupils who may find aspects of school challenging
• Are patient, resilient and able to promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Are comfortable working 1:1, with small groups or as part of a whole-class support team
• Can work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals
• Have a genuine interest in supporting children and young people to make progress both academically and personally
• Can provide references covering the last two years of employment
• Hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service or are willing to apply for one

We welcome applications from experienced SEND Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, SEMH support staff, Level 2/3 Teaching Assistants and graduates with relevant experience working with children or young people with additional needs.

Experience gained within mainstream schools, SEND schools, alternative provisions, PRUs, residential settings, youth work or other relevant child-focused environments will also be considered.

Why work with Premier Education?

• Access to a wide range of mainstream and specialist SEND settings
• Opportunities ranging from flexible supply through to long-term and permanent positions
• Roles matched to your individual experience, strengths and preferred type of setting
• Support from an experienced, education-focused recruitment team
• Access to training and professional development
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children and young people who benefit from additional support

How to apply

If you have experience supporting children or young people with SEND, SEMH or additional learning needs, Amy at Premier Education would love to hear from you.

Please upload an up-to-date CV detailing your relevant experience.

The successful candidate will have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all.