SEN Teaching Assistant (Level 1) – Full‑Time Impact

Prospere Learning Trust; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD for all roles

Bupa Health Plan

Generous pension contribution

Holiday entitlement as per teachers’/D

Cyclescheme

Employee assistance programme

Credit union

Flexible working

Mental Health First Aid

Blue Light Card

bYond cashback card

Job summary

Pear Tree High School in the United Kingdom seeks a Teaching Assistant (Level 1 SEN) to support pupils with special educational needs. The role is permanent, full-time hours (35 per week), term-time only plus 5 INSET days, with a pro-rata starting salary of £22,730 and full-time equivalent of £26,427 (Grade 3).

The post requires safeguarding checks before start. You will work closely with teachers and specialists to deliver inclusive learning, supporting ILPs, and ensuring a safe, engaging

Qualifications

• Understanding the role of a Teaching Assistant and ability to work in a team.
• Basic knowledge of child development and learning.
• Level 2 qualification (or equivalent/higher) in numeracy and literacy.
• Excellent communication skills and professionalism.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Support small groups and individual students with learning activities.
• Help implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
• Build positive relationships and promote inclusion for all pupils.
• Assist with personal care and wellbeing needs where required.
• Provide feedback to teachers and track student progress.
• Help maintain a safe, engaging learning environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 numeracy & literacy

Job description

Pear Tree High School in the United Kingdom seeks a Teaching Assistant (Level 1 SEN) to support pupils with special educational needs. The role is permanent, full-time hours (35 per week), term-time only plus 5 INSET days, with a pro-rata starting salary of £22,730 and full-time equivalent of £26,427 (Grade 3).

The post requires safeguarding checks before start. You will work closely with teachers and specialists to deliver inclusive learning, supporting ILPs, and ensuring a safe, engaging