Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN)

Old Moat; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD for all roles

Health plan

Generous pension

Holidays

Cyclescheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Pioneer House High School is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN) to join our dedicated team. This permanent role offers 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days, with a starting salary of £22,730 per annum. You will work under supervision to support learning and progress for pupils with special educational needs.

The successful candidate will have numeracy and literacy skills, be a team player, and commit to professional development within Prospere Learning Trust ethos.

Qualifications

• Numeracy and literacy skills at least level 2 equivalent.
• Commitment to professional standards and development.

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups of children under supervision.
• Provide regular feedback on pupil progress to the class teacher.
• Assist with supervision of discreet groups when the teacher is not present.
• Support equal access to learning opportunities for all pupils.
• Participate in training to develop learning strategies and progress.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Education

NQF Level 2

Job description

About The Role

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week

Number of Positions: 1

Qualifications Required: Numeracy/literacy skills with a good level of knowledge and understanding (at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2)

Start Date: 15th November 2026

Salary: £22,730 per annum

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN) to join our fantastic team at Pioneer House High School

This is a Grade 3, permanent post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £22,730 and the full time equivalent is £26,427

We’re looking for:

• Someone who understands the role of a Teaching Assistant, collaborates effectively with classroom professionals, and has basic knowledge of child development and learning and excellent numeracy and literacy skills, qualified to level 2 or equivalent/higher.
• The right candidate will be committed to professional standards, continuously striving to maintain and enhance their knowledge and skills.
• A focus on teamwork and driving continuous improvement to support student success is required.
• You will be part of a team providing exceptional education for students.
• You will require tact and diplomacy in order to build excellent interpersonal relationships with all stakeholders including colleagues across the school and trust, parents and external agencies.
• Experience of working with children and/or young people with communication, severe, profound or complex learning difficulties is highly desirable.

• You will be a part of a team providing exceptional education for students so that they become happy, confident adults

• You will support teaching and learning across the school, providing general support in the management of pupils and resources, working under the supervision of the class teacher, department lead and senior leadership team.

This is a great opportunity to work in a Special Educational Needs School, working under the supervision of other teachers.

Key responsibilities will include:

• To work with small groups of children under the supervision of the teacher and ensure implementation of Individual Learning Plans.
• Provide regular feedback on children’s progress to the class teacher and keeping records up to date.
• Assist with the supervision of discreet groups of pupils for short periods when the teacher is not present.
• Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
• Participate in training, to develop relevant learning strategies and ensure students make progress in learning.
• To support the performance management process and demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development.
• To converse at ease and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

About the Candidate

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and 15% for support staff
• Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk

About Us

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 above 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