Teaching Assistant Level 2 - SEND & Family Partnership

Firwood Special School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Firwood Special School in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work 35 hours per week, 8:30am–4:00pm, Monday to Friday. The post is permanent, with pro-rata salary for term-time only, and requires a Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.

The successful candidate will support children with SEND, communicate effectively with adults and pupils, and collaborate with families and the school team to promote inclusion and positive learning.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent) required.
• NQF Level 2 Numeracy, Literacy and ICT Skills required.
• Pre-employment Health Assessment required.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEND and contribute to inclusive learning.
• Communicate effectively with adults and pupils to support progress.
• Collaborate with families and school colleagues to promote positive outcomes.

Skills

Strong communication

Independence & teamwork

Proactive & solution focused

Patience & nurturing

Commitment to SEND pupils

Education

Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

NQF Level 2 Numeracy, Literacy and ICT Skills

Job description

Firwood Special School in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work 35 hours per week, 8:30am–4:00pm, Monday to Friday. The post is permanent, with pro-rata salary for term-time only, and requires a Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.

The successful candidate will support children with SEND, communicate effectively with adults and pupils, and collaborate with families and the school team to promote inclusion and positive learning.