SEN Teaching Assistant (Level 1) – Make a Difference

Prospere Central MAT Team, Prospere Learning Trust, Piper Hill High School, Firbank Road, Wythenshaw; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Health Plan

Generous Pension Contribution

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Cyclescheme

Employee Assistance Programmes

Mental Health First Aid

Blue Light Card

Flexible working options

Job summary

Prospere Learning Trust, through Orchard House High School, is seeking a Teaching Assistant (Level 1 SEN) to support students with Special Educational Needs. The role is full-time, 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days, with a pro-rata salary of £22,004.

Start date 1 November 2026, subject to pre-employment checks. You will work with teachers to deliver learning activities, support ILPs, and help create an inclusive, safe classroom.

Qualifications

• Numeracy and literacy skills at Level 2 or equivalent.
• Ability to support students with SEN in learning activities.
• Good communication and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Support small groups and individual students in learning activities.
• Assist with ILPs and track student progress.
• Promote inclusion and a safe learning environment.
• Assist with personal care and wellbeing needs where required.
• Provide feedback to teachers on pupil progress.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Education

Level 2 qualification in numeracy and literacy

Job description

Prospere Learning Trust, through Orchard House High School, is seeking a Teaching Assistant (Level 1 SEN) to support students with Special Educational Needs. The role is full-time, 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days, with a pro-rata salary of £22,004.

Start date 1 November 2026, subject to pre-employment checks. You will work with teachers to deliver learning activities, support ILPs, and help create an inclusive, safe classroom.