1:1 Teaching Assistant in Carrington

Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: As soon as possible

Are you passionate about changing lives?

Changing Lives Independent School is seeking a dedicated, compassionate and resilient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide personalised support for a student with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to the life of a young person by helping them overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence and successfully engage in education.

About Us

Changing Lives Independent School is a specialist SEND independent school supporting approximately 60 students aged 11-19. All students have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), with many presenting with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, anxiety and other additional needs.

Located within a unique farm-based environment in Carrington, Trafford, we provide a nurturing, therapeutic and highly personalised approach to education where relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Students benefit from small class sizes, high levels of support and access to vocational and animal-based learning opportunities.

The Role

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with an individual student to support their academic, social, emotional and behavioural development throughout the school day.

You will help the student access learning, implement strategies identified within their EHCP, promote independence and support them to achieve positive outcomes both in and beyond the classroom.

Working alongside teachers, pastoral staff, therapists and families, you will play a vital role in helping the student feel safe, successful and valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual support to a student in line with their EHCP and personalised targets.




• Assist the student in accessing learning across a range of curriculum areas.




• Support emotional regulation, social development and positive behaviour.




• Implement strategies recommended by therapists and external professionals.




• Foster positive relationships based on trust, consistency and high expectations.




• Monitor, record and report on progress, achievements and areas of concern.




• Support attendance, engagement and participation in school life.




• Promote independence whilst ensuring appropriate levels of support.




• Contribute to reviews, meetings and reporting processes.




• Uphold safeguarding procedures and contribute to the welfare of all students.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs.




• Is patient, caring and able to build strong positive relationships.




• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.




• Understands the importance of consistency, boundaries and positive behaviour support.




• Can remain calm and professional during challenging situations.




• Is committed to helping young people achieve their full potential.




• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

We Can Offer

• A unique and inspiring farm-based learning environment.




• Small class sizes and highly personalised provision.




• A supportive and collaborative staff team.




• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.




• Access to wellbeing support.




• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of vulnerable young people.

Safeguarding

Changing Lives Independent School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online searches and other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Changing Lives Independent School is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

• Nursery Farm, Isherwood Road, Manchester

At Changing Lives Independent School, our vision is to nurture a vibrant, inclusive learning community where every student thrives through the values of kindness, respect, and resilience.

Changing Lives Independent School is a small, nurturing independent SEND provision located in Carrington, Trafford. We currently support 67 students from Years 7 to 14, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

Our mission is to provide a highly personalised, engaging and aspirational education that equips young people with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to succeed in adulthood. We achieve this through a carefully designed curriculum that combines academic learning, practical experiences and real-world opportunities, enabling every student to discover their strengths and fulfil their potential.

We specialise in supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and recognise that positive relationships, wellbeing and emotional regulation are fundamental to successful learning. Our therapeutic approach is embedded throughout school life and is tailored to meet the individual needs of each student.

A distinctive feature of our provision is our animal-assisted learning programme. Through regular opportunities to work with horses and a variety of small animals, students develop confidence, resilience, emotional regulation and communication skills. These meaningful experiences help foster positive relationships, enhance engagement and support students' personal growth.

Our curriculum is the vehicle through which students thrive. It is carefully structured to develop knowledge, understanding and transferable skills while simultaneously nurturing confidence, independence and resilience. We place a strong emphasis on literacy, numeracy, communication and oracy across all curriculum areas, ensuring students are well prepared for their next stage of education, employment or independent living.

As part of our commitment to preparing students for life beyond school, we provide a broad and balanced curriculum that supports students to become active citizens who can contribute positively to their communities and flourish in modern Britain. Personal development is at the heart of our provision, encompassing Citizenship, Relationships and Sex Education (RSE), Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE), British Values, careers education, character development, and spiritual, moral, social and cultural learning.

Our curriculum is further enriched through a comprehensive vocational offer, outdoor learning opportunities and practical life skills programmes, community days and charity events. These experiences enable students to apply their learning in meaningful contexts, develop independence and gain the confidence needed to navigate adult life successfully.

With small class sizes, exceptional pastoral support and a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, we provide a safe, inclusive and ambitious learning environment where every student is known, valued and empowered to achieve both their personal and academic goals.

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Safeguarding Statement

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates.

Shortlisted applicants will also be required to complete a self-disclosure declaration regarding any relevant convictions, cautions or other matters that may affect their suitability to work with children.

Roles in our school are exempt the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other statutory pre-employment checks. It is an offence to apply for roles in our school if you are barred from working with children.

Additional checks may be required for those who have lived or worked overseas.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and pre-employment clearances.

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