Teaching Assistant KS2-3 Transition

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary school in Manchester is looking for a dedicated individual to provide comprehensive support in the SEND department. Responsibilities include managing records, coordinating interventions, and facilitating transitions for students with additional needs. Ideal candidates will have strong numeracy and literacy skills, be qualified to NVQ L2 TA, and possess good communication skills. The school offers excellent facilities and benefits, aiming for a fair and diverse workplace.

Benefits

Employer-funded health plan membership

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Wellbeing support initiatives

Access to on-site facilities

Positive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and child protection issues.
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Experience with EveryHR and SIMS preferred.
• Good approach to routine tasks and ability to work unsupervised.
• Experience in an educational setting is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide support within the SEND department.
• Maintain records and coordinate interventions.
• Facilitate transitions for students with additional needs.
• Liaise with staff and external agencies for support.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Good communication skills

Time management skills

ICT skills

Education

NVQ L2 TA or equivalent qualifications

Job description

About The Role

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required: Numeracy and literacy skills at least equivalent to RQF Level 2
Start Date: 6th February 2026
Salary: £26,403 - £28,142 per annum

This is a great opportunity to come and work in our highly rated secondary school in central Manchester.

To provide comprehensive support within the SEND department, including managing day‑to‑day issues, maintaining records, coordinating interventions, and leading EHCP reviews.

Facilitate smooth transitions for students with additional needs, liaise with staff and external agencies, and promote parental engagement through clear communication and support initiatives.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to join our very successful and over‑subscribed school of 1500 students aged 11-18, supported by a hugely talented and hardworking staff team;
• Employer‑funded membership of HSF Health Plan Core Scheme, helping you and your family (dependants under 21) to cover the costs of everyday healthcare, plus access to HSF Assist which includes a GP Advice Line, Virtual Doctor, Counselling, Legal Helpline and Perkbox benefits;
• Membership of the Greater Manchester Pension Scheme, with excellent employer contributions;
• Staff Wellbeing Fund for initiatives, activities and social events that support staff mental and physical health, plus wellbeing benefits such as Cycle to Work and free use of the Fitness Suite;
• Excellent facilities in new and refurbished buildings, supported by the latest resources to support learning, plus free on‑site parking, canteen facilities, and staff room;
• We are a socially inclusive and equal opportunities school and committed to and actively promote equal opportunities for all our students and staff.

About the Candidate

What we want from you

• Experience and understanding of safeguarding and child protection issues, or be willing to undertake training in these areas;
• Well‑organised and efficient approach to routine tasks, with excellent time management skills, ensuring systems are in place to meet deadlines;
• Good communication skills with the ability to work well within a team, yet able to demonstrate an ability to work unsupervised utilising their own initiative;
• Numeracy and literacy skills at least equivalent to RQF Level 2;
• Qualified to NVQ L2 TA or equivalent qualifications or experience;
• Good ICT skills and experience of using the school’s MIS to allocate cover and make room changes is preferred;
• Experience of working in a busy environment with competing priorities and deadlines, ideally in an educational setting and with experience of using EveryHR and SIMS;
• Ability to remain calm and helpful under pressure, dealing skillfully with unanticipated situations and ensuring a professional response at all times;
• Supportive of the school's excellent staff attendance and punctuality record, which in turn supports student attainment.

Training will be provided on safeguarding and school specific IT applications.

About Us

To apply for this role, visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/137801/EDV-2026-TCHS-16402

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre‑employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and 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 and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.