SEN Teaching Assistant Level 2

Location: Cravenwood Primary Academy, Crumpsall, Manchester, M8 5AE

Salary: £24,128 per annum (pro rata to the FTE £27,962)

Contract type: Permanent, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only, 37.5 hours per week

Start Date: 1 September 2026

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant who brings energy, compassion, and a steadfast commitment to promoting pupil wellbeing and inclusion. Cravenwood Primary Academy, part of the United Learning Trust, is a large, vibrant school situated in North Manchester, serving children aged 3 to 11. At Cravenwood, we are committed to preparing our pupils for the opportunities, responsibilities, and experiences of later life through the delivery of a broad and high-quality education.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including those with complex needs.
• Has experience providing personal care where required.
• Demonstrates high expectations for all learners, promoting achievement and inclusion.
• Understands a range of additional needs (e.g. autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language).
• Is committed to supporting the delivery of EHCPs and individual support plans.
• Is committed to promoting pupils’ emotional, social and mental wellbeing.
• Demonstrates a compassionate, flexible, and resilient approach within a busy school environment.
• Builds strong relationships and communicates professionally with pupils, families, and staff.
• Works collaboratively as part of a team, including external professionals to provide targeted support.
• Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Has GCSEs Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
• Is committed to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice.
• Is enthusiastic about contributing to the life of the wider school community.
• Has strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

We can offer you:

• Opportunities for professional development within our school and Trust.
• A supportive leadership team who invest in people.
• An opportunity to work in a charitable organisation focused on improving the lives of disadvantaged children.
• Fantastic children who are enthusiastic, eager to learn, and who relish a challenge.
• A welcoming and vibrant local community.
• A friendly, hard-working and committed staff team.
• Access to the Westfield Health benefits package.
• A welcoming and attractive learning environment where everyone is valued.
• A chance to make a real difference.

United Learning is a group of schools which aims to provide excellent education to children and young people across the country. We seek to improve the life chances of all the children and young people we serve and make it our mission to bring out the best in everyone, pupils, staff, parents, and the wider community. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, the school will carry out an online search of shortlisted candidates. This check will form part of our safeguarding procedures to assess suitability to work with children. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware overseas checks will be required if you have lived or worked abroad for 12 months or more, continuously or in total over the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over.