ECT / HLTA – Primary School, Longsight
Location: Longsight, Manchester
Contract: Long-term
Full Time: Monday to Friday (8:00am – 4:00pm)
Pay: £120 - £160 per day
Start Date: September 2026
Expected End Date: End of the academic year
A warm and supportive primary school in Longsight is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic ECT / Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis from September. This is an excellent opportunity for an Early Career Teacher looking to gain further classroom experience or an experienced HLTA who is passionate about supporting pupils and delivering high-quality learning.
The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and the wider school team to support teaching and learning across the primary age range. The role may involve leading lessons, covering classes, supporting interventions, and providing targeted support to pupils to help them achieve their full potential.
About the Role
You will support the delivery of engaging and effective lessons, helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment where all pupils feel encouraged and motivated. The role will involve working across KS1 and KS2, depending on experience and school requirements, with opportunities to take responsibility for whole-class teaching and pupil progress.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver planned lessons and learning activities across KS1 and KS2
- Support class teachers with high-quality teaching and learning
- Lead whole-class sessions and cover classes when required
- Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups of pupils
- Support pupils with additional needs, working closely with the SENCO and support staff
- Assist with assessing and monitoring pupil progress
- Create a safe, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment
- Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
- Follow school policies and maintain high professional standards
The Ideal Candidate
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), is an Early Career Teacher (ECT), or has HLTA experience
- Has experience working within a UK primary school setting
- Has strong knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum
- Is confident leading lessons and managing classroom behaviour
- Is passionate, flexible, and committed to supporting pupil development
- Has excellent communication and organisational skills
- Has the right to work in the UK and is available full-time
Desirable (but not essential)
- Experience teaching or supporting pupils across KS1 or KS2
- Experience supporting pupils with SEN
- Experience delivering interventions or small group work
- Strong subject knowledge in core curriculum areas
This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term role within a supportive Longsight primary school with a positive staff culture and a commitment to helping every pupil succeed.
What We Offer
- Competitive daily rate of £120 - £160 per day
- Full-time working hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday
- Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
- Dedicated consultant and ongoing support throughout your placement
- Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience within a welcoming primary school environment
Compliance and Safeguarding
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2025) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.
Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
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Pay: £120.00-£160.00 per day
Work Location: In person
