Teaching Assistant Level 4 (SEN) EYFS in Manchester

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant Level 4 (SEN) to join our fantastic team at Grange School. This is a permanent position working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £29,448 and the full-time equivalent is £34,237 Grade 6.

At Grange School, every child matters. We are proud of the strong partnerships we have built with families, our Multi-Academy Trust, the Local Authority and a wide range of external professionals, working collaboratively to ensure that every child is supported to achieve their full potential and experience success. Our outstanding specialist facilities provide rich and varied learning opportunities that enhance both academic achievement and personal development.

About the role: Grange School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, skilled and dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 4 with an Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) specialism to join our ambitious and forward-thinking team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about early childhood development and understands the vital importance of building strong foundations for future learning.

The successful candidate will play a key role within our EYFS provision, leading targeted groups and delivering high-quality learning experiences that support children to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed for lifelong success. Working closely with leaders and teachers, the successful candidate will help ensure that all children develop the communication, language, personal, social and academic skills necessary for a successful transition into Key Stage 1. A strong understanding of school readiness and the importance of high expectations from the earliest stages of education is essential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide specialist support for children with SEND within the Early Years setting.
• Work closely with teachers, SEND professionals, therapists, and parents to ensure children receive appropriate interventions and support.
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate targeted learning activities and interventions.
• Support the development of communication, social, emotional, sensory, and physical skills.
• Act as a key person for identified pupils, contributing to assessments, reviews, and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Promote children's independence, confidence, and wellbeing.
• Create positive, engaging, and inclusive learning experiences that meet individual needs.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to pupil progress monitoring.

We're looking for applicants who:

• Hold a relevant Level 4 qualification or equivalent in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Early Years, SEND, or a related field.
• Have experience working with children with SEND in an Early Years or primary setting.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of child development and inclusive practice.
• Have experience supporting pupils with communication needs, autism, sensory needs, or complex learning difficulties.
• Can build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Are patient, resilient, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for every child.
• Have excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.
• Are able to work independently and use initiative when required.

How to Apply: Please follow the online application process to be considered. To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust: Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including:

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of everyday health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 15% 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

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

Grange School: The Grange School in Levenshulme, Manchester, provides 350 day places for pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans, diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). Catering to pupils from EYFS to KS5, Grange offers a bespoke education through a stimulating environment and the Know and Remember Curriculum, ensuring access to the National Curriculum with engaging activities. Progress is tracked termly using a bespoke data system.

Grange also offers exciting curriculum enrichment activities, including an on-site farm with various animals and an enhanced learning area called Know Globes. Imagination Village allows pupils to practice real-world skills in settings like a post office, grocer’s, and doctor’s surgery.

For KS4 and KS5, the curriculum focuses on the world of work, offering accredited courses in English, maths, PSHE, and qualifications in areas like Active Sports and Leisure, Catering and Hospitality, and Construction.

Grange School has been graded as outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. 'Pupils at all stages in their school life blossom, both socially and academically. This helps pupils to have a strong sense of belonging and they feel part of the school community.'

Visit our website to learn more about our school community: https://www.grange.manchester.sch.uk/

Job Application Information: Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment: All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement: Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application support, contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email jobs@prospere.org.uk