Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN)

Camberwell Park School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD for all roles

Health plan

Two extra weeks’ leave

Pension contribution

Cyclescheme

Employee assistance

Credit Union

Flexible working

Mental Health First Aid

Blue Light Card

Byond cashback card

Job summary

Camberwell Park Specialist School in Manchester is inviting applications for a Teaching Assistant Level 1 SEN. This permanent, full-time role is 35 hours per week during term time, plus 5 INSET days.

The post carries a starting salary of £22,730 with a full-time equivalent of £26,427 and a posted salary range of £26,427–£26,847 per annum. We are looking for someone who supports teaching and learning across the school, assists with pupil management, and works under the supervision of the class

Qualifications

• Maths and English at least equivalent to NQF Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups or individual pupils under teacher supervision and implement Individual Learning Plans.
• Provide regular feedback on pupil progress to the class teacher and maintain records.
• Supervise discreet groups of pupils when the teacher is unavailable.
• Support inclusive education ensuring all pupils have access to learning opportunities.
• Engage in training to develop relevant learning strategies and support student progress.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week

Number of Positions: 1

Qualifications Required: Numeracy and literacy skills at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2

Start Date: 5th January 2027

Salary: £26,427 - £26,847 per annum

We currently have exciting opportunities for Teaching Assistant Level 1 SEN to join our fantastic team at Camberwell Park Specialist 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. The role is to start as soon as pre-employment checks are complete.

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

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.

Main purpose of the job:

• You will be a part of a passionate team making a lasting impact.
• You'll be supported, valued, and encouraged to grow professionally in a school that's committed to excellence and inclusion.
• 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.

Key responsibilities include:

• To work with small groups of/individual 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.

All school staff are expected to share Prospere Learning Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

We're looking for someone who:

• Possesses a minimum of NQF level 2 or equivalent in Maths and English
• Understands the role of Teaching Assistant plays within a SEN classroom
• Has experience of working with children and/or young people with communication, severe, profound or complex learning difficulties is highly desirable
• Has knowledge of child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection
• Is collaborative in nature, focused on the continued improvement of the school and student success
• Is Committed to high professional standards and developing professional skills and knowledge

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 - non teaching staff get 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

Working for Manchester City Council is a chance to make a real difference in a diverse city. You'll help improve lives and support our local communities. Working together, we can create better public services for everyone.

Benefits we offer

• Up to 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 31 days after five years’ service
• Buy up to two extra weeks’ leave
• Up to 3 days' volunteering leave
• A 35-hour work week for full-time roles
• We review pay each year and recognise three trade unions
• A defined benefit pension scheme
• Enhanced parental and carers leave
• Employee discounts and perks

Learn more at Careers - Manchester City Council

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.