Teaching Assistant (Level 3 Apprenticeship)

Engage Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Engage Education are recruiting an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Openshaw, Manchester, supporting pupils with PMLD. This full-time position starts ASAP and offers a competitive salary dependent on experience.

The ideal candidate will have SEND/PMLD experience or relevant care experience, a patient and compassionate approach, and strong teamwork and communication skills to help pupils access learning and develop essential skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND, PMLD or complex needs.
• Experience in a school, care or support setting.
• Patient, calm and compassionate approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine passion for helping children reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with PMLD.
• Support pupils to engage with personalised learning programmes.
• Assist with communication and sensory-based activities.
• Support pupils' physical, emotional and social development.
• Help with personal care where required.
• Follow individual education, healthcare and care plans.
• Work closely with teachers, support staff and other professionals.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience & empathy

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

Apprentice Teaching Assistant – PMLD

Location: Openshaw, Manchester

Contract: Full-time

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (Apprenticeship)

Engage Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Openshaw, Manchester, supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD).

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, SEND professional or someone with relevant care experience who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide individualised support to pupils throughout the school day, helping them to access learning and develop their communication, independence and social skills.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with PMLD.
• Supporting pupils to engage with their personalised learning programmes.
• Assisting with communication and sensory-based activities.
• Supporting pupils' physical, emotional and social development.
• Helping with personal care where required.
• Following individual education, healthcare and care plans.
• Working closely with teachers, support staff and other professionals.
• Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working with SEND, PMLD or complex needs.
• Experience working within a school, care or support setting.
• A patient, calm and compassionate approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Relevant experience is desirable but not essential — Engage Education are keen to hear from candidates with transferable experience and the right attitude who are looking to develop their career within SEND education.

Why Work with Engage Education?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Access to a wide range of education opportunities.
• Opportunities to develop your SEND experience.
• Support throughout your placement.
• A chance to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.