TA1 + SEN

Delamere School; Towns Gate; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Health & Wellbeing support

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Delamere School on Irlam Road in Manchester is seeking a TA1 to join our inclusive special school. The role supports pupils with SEND under a teacher/senior staff and includes assistance with behavioural, medical and personal care needs to enable learning.

The school offers professional development, supportive leadership, and a caring environment with competitive pay and Local Government Pension Scheme membership.

Qualifications

• Share our commitment to our vision that “together we make a difference”
• Be passionate about teaching & learning;
• Be able to form positive relationships with pupils, staff & parents;
• Have the drive, energy & passion to work in our school with a warm, nurturing & caring manner.
• Be committed to, & able to demonstrate our core values of inclusion, respect, trust, enjoyment, collaboration, creativity, optimism & growth.

Responsibilities

• Meet the holistic needs of children at Delamere under the direction of the teacher / senior staff to promote inclusion & acceptance of all.
• Support behavioural, medical & personal care needs alongside access to learning.

Job description

DELAMERE SCHOOL
Irlam Road
Flixton
Manchester
M41 6AP

TA1 + SEN
Part-time - 35 hours per week
Permanent contract
£26,847- £29,071 pro-rata (Term time only plus inset days). Actual salary £22,295-£24,141
Start Date: ASAP

We are an Outstanding Special School seeking to appoint a TA1 to join our thriving school community. The purpose of the role is to meet the holistic needs of children at Delamere under the direction of the teacher / senior staff in order to promote the inclusion & acceptance of all. This will include support for behavioural, medical & personal care needs alongside access to learning.
This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with SEND, helping them to flourish in a caring & supportive environment. If you are enthusiastic, compassionate, & eager to contribute to our school's ethos, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants should:

• Share our commitment to our vision that “together we make a difference”
• Be passionate about teaching & learning;
• Be able to form positive relationships with pupils, staff & parents;
• Have the drive, energy & passion to work in our school with a warm, nurturing & caring manner.
• Be committed to, & able to demonstrate our core values of inclusion, respect, trust, enjoyment, collaboration, creativity, optimism & growth.

We can offer you:

• An ambitious, caring & inclusive school with a clear vision & the highest aspirations for all our children;
• A strong commitment to your continuing professional development including bespoke performance management to support you to fulfil your career ambitions;
• A forward-thinking environment where innovation & research are used to ensure our provision is the best it can be;
• A supportive, friendly & enthusiastic staff team;
• Highly competitive rates of pay & membership of Local Government Pension Scheme
• An experienced, dynamic, forward-thinking leadership team, committed to improving outcomes for pupils;
• A school that cares for & nurtures every member of our school family, including staff, pupils & parents
• A positive & thoughtful approach to work life balance & wellbeing. Access to range of Health & Wellbeing support including Physiotherapy, GP, mindfulness & weight management
• Discounted gym membership & Cycle to Work scheme

Delamere School is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children & young people. We expect all staff & volunteers to share this commitment. This is reflected in our recruitment processes & the post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosures. References will be sought prior to interview for shortlisted candidates & online checks undertaken. Please find our Safeguarding policy on our website: https://www.delamere.trafford.sch.uk/policies/ This post is also subject to proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996 & other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair & inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy, & maternity, race, religion or belief, sex & sexual orientation.

Information applicable to the role can be downloaded through the attachments linked to the advertisement.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 1 November 2026
Shortlisting/Invitation to Interview - Monday 2 November 2026
Interviews -Tuesday 10 November 2026

Supporting Documents

• JDPS
• Privacy Notice
• Application Form