What skills and experience we're looking for
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant Level 1 SEN to join our fantastic team at Prospect House Primary Specialist School
This is a Grade 3, permanent post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £20,990 and the full time equivalent is £24,404.This role will be started once the pre-employment checks are complete.
We’re looking for:
Someone who understands the role of a Teaching Assistant, collaborates effectively with classroom professionals, and has basic knowledge of child development and learning and excellent numeracy and literacy skills, qualified to level 2 or equivalent/higher. The right candidate will be committed to professional standards, continuously striving to maintain and enhance their knowledge and skills. A focus on teamwork and driving continuous improvement to support student success is required.
This is a great opportunity to work in a Special Educational Needs School, working under the supervision of other teachers. You will be part of a team providing exceptional education for students. You will require tact and diplomacy in order to build excellent interpersonal relationships with all stakeholders including colleagues across the school and trust, parents and external agencies. Experience of working with children and/or young people with communication, severe, profound or complex learning difficulties is highly desirable.
Main purpose of the job:
You will be a part of a team providing exceptional education for students so that they become happy, confident adults. 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 will include:
• To 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 keeping 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.
• To support the performance management process and demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development.
• To converse at ease and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
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.
What the school offers its staff
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 every day 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 leaveplus bank holidays,increasing to 31 dayswith 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 Aidin 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
Prospect House Primary School
Prospect House is a new free special primary school in Higher Blackley, North Manchester. The school is the first school in the Trust to be open north of the city offering places for children with very significant learning needs and other associated additional needs, aged 3 – 11 years old. The brand new purpose built site offers specialist facilities including a state-of-the-art hydropool including changing room to pool hoisting, ASC friendly classrooms and corridors, Food Technology Room, Library, Immersive Learning Room, Sensory Regulation Room, Parent Room, Pets as Therapy Dogs (Alfie and Ovie) and two KuneKune Pigs (Sebastian and Dolores).
Prospect House was graded as outstanding in all areas by Ofsted,
‘Prospect House provides an inspiring learning environment in which pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities flourish. Pupils are extremely happy and safe. Leaders and staff have created a respectful and nurturing school where everybody matters.’ Ofsted 2023
Visit our website to learn more about our school community:https://www.prospecthouse.school/
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 packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or jobs7@prospere.org.uk.jtn.cvconv.com.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Start Date: 05.04.2025
Telephone:
Contact person:
Bernd Kraft
Company: Teaching vacancies
United States,
Ludwig-Erhard-Strasse 14
email Apply Now
Job responsibilities: 1. Communication: Be an excellent communicator with staff and patients. Have great skill in relaying information that at times may be sensitive or complex. Contribute to debates ...
Teacheractive Limited in
Deal
12.04.2025
TeacherActive is delighted to be working with an exceptional special school that inspires their pupils every day. This school provides a high standard of education and focuses on primary students with...
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in
Wirral
12.04.2025
An exciting opportunity has become available within Medicine for an Assistant Directorate Manager. You will be responsible for the day to day operational management of the directorate in conjunction...
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in
Upton
12.04.2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of Apprentice Emergency Senior Clinical Support Worker within the Emergency Department at Wirral University Teaching Hospital.Applications are welcomed ...
GetMyFirstJob Ltd in
Garston
12.04.2025
Gilmour Primary is a thriving school at the heart of a supportive community, where children feel happy, confident and valued. As their Apprentice Teaching Assistant you will;Work as part of a professi...
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in
Wirral
12.04.2025
A Vacancy at Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.Wirral University Teaching Hospital is seeking to recruit two Health Care Assistants to join our dynamic operating theatre team. ...
USP College in
Benfleet
12.04.2025
Vacancy detailsSalary: £23,442 (Pro-rata: £18,751) / (Pro-rata: £11,900.74) Reference: SR1861 / SR1867Location: Palmers or Seevic CampusHours: 33.75 or 22 hours per week, 39 weeks of the yearContract:...
USP College in
Benfleet
12.04.2025
Vacancy detailsSalary: £24,212 (Pro-rata: £16,484.67)Reference: SR1849Location: Seevic CampusHours: 30.75 hours per week, 36 weeks of the yearContract: PermanentJob DetailsAs a college, our strategy i...
Teacheractive Limited in
Guide
12.04.2025
SEND Teaching Assistant NeededAre you a Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with additional needs? Do you have a passion for providing the best possible support to those who needs i...
Teacheractive Limited in
Wirral
12.04.2025
SEND Teaching Assistant / SEND TAImmediateMonday – Friday 8.30am -3.30pmPay rate £90-£110 a dayA fantastic Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Wirral (CH43) requires a talented teaching assistant, with a mi...
Teacheractive Limited in
Guide
12.04.2025
EYFS Teaching Assistant NeededI have been working closely with a fantastic Pre-School based in Selly Oak for the last 3 years, supporting with all their staffing needs.I am currently looking for someo...
Teacheractive Limited in
Messing
12.04.2025
TeacherActive are proud to be working with a primary school in Gower. The Headteacher is looking for a full-time Teaching Assistant to work in a Year 1/2 class until the end of the academic year. The ...
Teacheractive Limited in
Chelmsford
12.04.2025
SEN Learning Support AssistantLocation: Chelmsford, EssexJob Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeSalary: Competitive, based on experienceAgency: TeacherActiveAre you passionate about making a difference in the l...
Teacheractive Limited in
Grays
12.04.2025
SEN Learning Support AssistantLocation: Grays, EssexPosition: SEN Learning Support AssistantContract Type: Temporary, Full-TimeSalary: Competitive, based on experienceAre you passionate about making a...
Coventry City Council in
Coventry
12.04.2025
Updated on: 12.04.2025
What is the job role?We are looking to appoint a qualified, passionate, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who has experience working with pupils within Key Stage 1.Edgewick is a 2-form entry primary...
Coventry City Council in
Coventry
12.04.2025
Updated on: 12.04.2025
What is the job role?We are looking to appoint a qualified, passionate, and enthusiastic, Teaching Assistant who has experience working with pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities SEND...
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in
Oxford
12.04.2025
If you have an interest in Women’s Health, are flexible and self motivated, then we would like to hear from you. A Band 3 healthcare assistant post has become available in our busy diagnostic suite a...
Hampshire County Council in
Havant
12.04.2025
As a Day Opportunities Support Worker, you'll be supporting young adults with learning disabilities, each with their own unique needs, abilities and interests. You'll help them engage in fun, personal...
Warrington & Vale Royal College in
Warrington
11.04.2025
Warrington & Vale Royal College is seeking to appoint a full time Lecturer in Maths, to deliver high quality teaching, learning and assessment, to ensure successful learner outcomes and maximise poten...
Teacheractive Limited in
Messing
11.04.2025
Job Title: SEND Teaching AssistantLocation: SheffieldStart date: ASAPSalary: £89 - £99 per day• Are you passionate about supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)?• Do...