Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN) in Manchester

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week

Number of Positions: 1

Qualifications Required: Literacy and numeracy skills at level 2

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Salary: £25,583 - £25,989 per annum

About the Role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant Level 1 SEN to join our fantastic team at Camberwell Park Specialist School. 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

• 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 keep 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.
• Support the performance management process and demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development.
• Converse at ease and provide accurate spoken English. (This is required for the post.)

Qualifications & Experience

• Basic knowledge of child development and learning with excellent numeracy and literacy skills, qualified to level 2 or equivalent/higher.
• Committed to professional standards, continuously striving to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills.
• Focus on teamwork and driving continuous improvement to support student success.
• Ability to build excellent interpersonal relationships with all stakeholders, including colleagues, parents and external agencies.
• Experience of working with children and/or young people with communication, severe, profound or complex learning difficulties is highly desirable.

Benefits

• High quality CPD for all roles.
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan – annual cash back allowance for everyday health care expenses.
• Generous Pension Contribution – over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff.
• 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.
• Mental Health First Aid in every school.
• Blue Light Card – discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and many more.
• Beyond cashback card – spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for everyday purchases.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 post is subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 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.

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk.