Teaching Assistant Level 1 (Mainstream) in Manchester

Contract Details

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: Full Time
• Number of Positions: 1
• Qualifications Required: At least level 2 in numeracy and literacy skills
• Start Date: 1st September 2026
• Salary: £25,185 per annum

About the role

We currently have an exciting number of opportunities for Teaching Assistant Level 1 to join our fantastic team at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA) in Wythenshawe. We have three permanent posts available working 30-35 hours per week, 8:30-16:10 or 08:30-15:10 (40 min break) Monday to Friday, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £18,281-£21,327 depending on hours and the full time equivalent is £24,796 Grade 2. Teaching Assistant is a rewarding role supporting students in a vibrant and inclusive secondary school environment.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the classroom teachers and Headteachers to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and personal development.
• Support access to learning for individuals, small groups and occasionally on a 1:1 basis.
• Assist in the preparation of classroom resources and provide curricular administrative support.
• Support teachers in managing behaviour in class and around school.
• Provide feedback on pupil progress and maintain accurate records.
• Respond to pupils’ pastoral, social, health and welfare needs, including minor first aid.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

You will play a key role in building positive relationships with students, encouraging independence, and promoting high expectations for all.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Support for Pupils
• Work with small groups under teacher supervision, including implementing Individual Learning Plans.
• Promote inclusion and equal access to learning.
• Encourage independence and positive behaviour.
• Attend to students’ personal and welfare needs.
• Support for Teachers
• Prepare classrooms and resources for lessons.
• Provide clerical and administrative support.
• Assist with behaviour management.
• Undertake pupil record keeping as required.
• Support for the School
• Uphold safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and data protection policies.
• Supervise pupils during classroom and outdoor activities.
• Contribute to the wider ethos and aims of the school.
• Participate in training and performance development.

You will work collaboratively with teaching staff, the Safeguarding and Pastoral teams, SENCO, SLT, governors and parents to promote pupil wellbeing and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Has experience of working with or caring for children of a relevant age.
• Has a basic understanding of child development and learning.
• Holds Level 2 qualifications (or equivalent/higher) in English and Maths.
• Demonstrates excellent numeracy and literacy skills.
• Can build strong, professional relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Is committed to safeguarding, equality and inclusion.
• Works effectively as part of a team and shows a willingness to learn.

You should be empathetic, resilient and proactive, with a genuine passion for supporting young people to succeed.

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.
• Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non‑teachers receive 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 – we’re happy to talk flexible working where possible.
• Mental Health First Aid in every school.
• Blue Light Card – discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and many more.
• bYond cashback card – spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases.

EEO 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 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. 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.