Teaching Assistant - Level 2

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive and friendly school in Manchester is seeking a dedicated practitioner to support children with severe learning difficulties as part of their SEND team. The role requires strong communication skills and a nurturing approach. Applicants must hold a Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. The position is full-time, working 35 hours a week during term time, offering a salary range of £25,185 to £25,989 pro-rata.

Benefits

Professional development commitment

Supportive school environment

Engaging children and staff

Qualifications

• Numeracy/Literacy/ICT Skills at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2.
• Strong communicator with adults and children.
• Proactive and solution-focused.

Responsibilities

• Work with the SEND team to support individuals and small groups.
• Implement effective support strategies for nonverbal pupils.
• Engage with and implement Educational Health and Care Plans.

Skills

Experience with children with severe learning difficulties

Communication skills

Creative problem-solving

Nurturing approach

Collaboration with families

Education

Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

About The Role

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full Time, 35 Hours Per Week, 8:30am until 4:00pm, with half an hour unpaid lunch, Monday to Friday. Term Time Only 39 weeks per year

Number of positions: 1

Qualifications Required: Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. Numeracy/Literacy/ICT Skills (at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2)

Start Date: 3rd November 2025

Salary: Grade 3 - £25,185 - £25,989 Full Time Equivalent. Salary to be pro-rata'd for Term Time Only Working

About the Candidate

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic practitioner to join our committed team.

The role will focus on working as part of the SEND team to support individuals and small groups.

We are looking for someone who is dedicated, always keen to learn and develop and can show a positive commitment to the children in our school.

Responsibilities / Ideal Candidate

• Has experience of working with children with severe learning difficulties
• Has a passion for providing enjoyable play/sensory based learning opportunities
• Has experience of implementing effective support strategies for nonverbal pupils
• Has the skills set to implement a total communication approach with children
• Has an understanding of how to effectively support pupils with autism
• Has experience of engaging with and implementing Educational Health and Care Plans
• Is a strong communicator with adults and children
• Is creative, reliable and hardworking
• Has the skills to work independently and collectively
• Is proactive and solution focused
• Has a patient and nurturing approach to supporting children
• Has a passion in working with families as partners

About Us

Manley Park is a large, vibrant, progressive and friendly school, split across two sites, within a culturally rich and diverse area of Manchester.

Creating a 'Manley Park' community where everyone belongs is key to our drive and success, and this is built on the foundations of our six values: respect, understanding, compassion, responsibility, positivity and patience.

We will offer you:

• A school with a strong ethos where everyone is valued
• Enthusiastic and engaging children and staff
• A strong and dedicated senior leadership team
• A commitment to your professional development
• A school dedicated to the development of emotional intelligence
• Very supportive and friendly parents and Governors

To apply for this role, please complete the application form in full and email it to: [e-mail]

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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.