Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN)

Old Moat; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD for all roles

Health Plan

Generous Pension Contribution

Holiday entitlement 26–31 days

Cyclescheme

Employee Assistance Programmes

Credit Union

Flexible working options

Mental Health First Aid

Blue Light Card

BYOND cashback card

Job summary

Prospect House Primary Specialist School in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 1 SEN to support students with complex needs. This fixed-term post runs for one academic year, 29 hours per week during term time plus 5 INSET days. Starting salary aligns with Grade 3 and ranges, with pre-employment checks completed.

You will assist with learning, communication, independence and wellbeing, delivering 1:1 and small-group support as directed by teaching staff.

Qualifications

• Numeracy and literacy at least Level 2 or equivalent.
• Ability to work with children with diverse needs.
• Commitment to professional standards and ongoing development.
• Experience with children/young people with special educational needs desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups under supervision to implement Individual Learning Plans.
• Provide consistent 1:1 support tailored to each child’s needs.
• Give regular feedback on progress and maintain records.
• Supervise discreet groups of pupils when the teacher isn’t present.
• Promote equality of opportunity and inclusive education.
• Participate in training to develop relevant learning strategies.
• Support performance management and professional development.
• Communicate clearly in spoken English.

Job description

About The Role

Contract Type: Fixed Term
Working Hours: Part Time
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: 1st January 2027
Salary: £25,583 - £25,989 per annum

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant Level 1 SEN to join our fantastic team at Prospect House Primary Specialist School

This is a fixed term post for one academic year, working 29 hours per week during term time only plus 5 INSET days.

The starting salary is £18,232 and the full time equivalent is £25,583 (Grade 3). This role is to start as soon as pre-employment checks are complete.

Main purpose of the job:
As a Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN), you will work closely with students requiring individualised support due to complex needs.

You will play a key role in enabling access to learning, supporting communication, and promoting independence and well-being.

Key responsibilities will include:

• To work with small groups of children under the supervision of the teacher and ensure implementation of Individual Learning Plans.
• Providing consistent 1:1 support tailored to the student’s individual needs
• 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.

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 everyday health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% 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 the Candidate

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.

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

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.