Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN)

Prospere Learning Trust; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected educational institution in Wythenshawe is looking for a committed Teaching Assistant to support students with complex learning difficulties. You will work closely with teachers and help implement Individual Learning Plans while fostering an inclusive learning environment. This role offers a pro-rata salary of £21,662 alongside generous benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Level 1 Health Plan

Generous Pension Contribution

Good holidays for teachers and staff

Cycle scheme

Employee Assistance Programmes

Credit Union

Flexible working options

Mental Health First Aid

Blue Light Card savings

bYond cashback card

Qualifications

• Candidates should have experience of supporting students with behavioural challenges.
• Basic knowledge of child development and learning is essential.
• Commitment to professional standards and continuous improvement is required.

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups of children under supervision of the teacher.
• Provide feedback on children's progress to the class teacher.
• Assist with supervision when the teacher is not present.
• Support equal access to educational opportunities.

Skills

Effective collaboration with classroom professionals

Understanding child development

Excellent numeracy and literacy skills

Education

Qualified to level 2 or equivalent/higher

Job description

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. Experience of working with children and/or young people with communication, severe, profound or complex learning difficulties is highly desirable. Candidates should have experience of supporting with students who have bespoke plans to support behavioural challenges. Main purpose of the job: You will be a part of a team providing exceptional education for students so that they become happy, confident adults.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

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., Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you've lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Employment Details

These are Grade 3, permanent posts working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days starting as soon as possible once pre-employment checks are completed. The pro‑rata salary is £21,662 and the full time equivalent is £25,185.
All school staff are expected to share the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

What the school offers its staff

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.

Benefits

• 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
• Cycle scheme- 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

Piper Hill School

Piper Hill High School Piper Hill School is an Outstanding school that is ambitious for every one of our learners. We are a larger than average size special school that caters for students aged 11 - 19 with significant learning difficulties. We aim to provide the very best education for our students and to ensure they have the very best outcomes and make the best rates of progress they possibly can. Piper Hill high School has state of the art facilities that provide an environment suitable for the learning needs of both children and young adults, including a hydrotherapy pool, dance and drama studio, gym, and an interactive learning environment (ILE room). The school also has a variety of outside spaces, including a Forest School space with overnight camping pods. Our recent Ofsted inspection found the school continues to Outstanding, "Pupils flourish at this exceptional school. They feel safe and happy in this welcoming place, where everyone is treated equally. They rise to the school's high expectations of their behaviour because staff know and understand them well." Ofsted 2023