Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN)

Pear Tree High School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Health Plan

Pension scheme

Annual leave 26+ days

Cyclescheme

Employee Assistance Program

Credit Union

Flexible working where possible

Mental Health First Aid

Blue Light Card

BYOND cashback card

Job summary

Pear Tree High School in Manchester is inviting applications for Teaching Assistant (Level 1 SEN) to support students with Special Educational Needs. The role is permanent and full-time, 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days, with a pro-rata starting salary of £22,730 and a full-time equivalent of £26,427.

You'll work closely with teachers and specialists to help deliver learning, implement ILPs, and create a safe, inclusive environment that enables pupils to reach their full

Qualifications

• Numeracy and literacy skills at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2.
• Hold Level 2 qualification in numeracy and literacy.

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

Numeracy

Literacy

Education

Level 2 qualification in numeracy and literacy

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time
Number of Positions: 5
Qualifications Required: Numeracy/literacy skills with a good level of knowledge and understanding (at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2)
Start Date: 1st January 2027
Salary: £26,427 - £26,847 per annum

We currently have multiple exciting opportunities for Teaching Assistants Level 1 SEN to join our fantastic team at Pear Tree High School

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs?

We’re looking for dedicated, compassionate individuals to join our growing team at Pear Tree High school. As a Teaching Assistant (Level 1 SEN) you will support our students in achieving their full potential and becoming confident, independent adults.

These are permanent full-time post, working 35 hours per week, term time only, plus 5 INSET days. The pro-rata starting salary is £22,730, with a full-time equivalent of £26,427 Grade 3. The roles are expected to start once preemployment checks are complete.

You’ll work closely with teachers and specialists to support teaching and learning across the school, helping to create a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment for all pupils.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a state-of-the-art SEND school with outstanding facilities
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team
• Make a meaningful impact every day
• Access ongoing training and development opportunities
• Help shape the futures of young people with complex needs

Your Key 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

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 over 17% for support staff (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

We want someone who:

• Understands the role of a Teaching Assistant and works effectively within a team
• Has a basic knowledge of child development and learning
• Holds Level 2 qualification (or equivalent/higher) in numeracy and literacy
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills and professionalism
• Is committed to continuous learning and development

Experience supporting children or young people with complex, severe, or profound learning difficulties is highly desirable.

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