Teaching Assistant Level 4 (SEN) - Maternity Cover

Summary:

Teaching Assistant Level 4 (SEN) - Maternity Cover opportunity available at a specialist school in North Manchester.

About the School:

A school located in Higher Blackley, North Manchester, offering education for children aged 3–11 with significant learning needs and associated additional needs. Recently graded Outstanding by Ofsted, the school provides a nurturing environment with specialist facilities and a strong commitment to partnership with families.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly qualified Teaching Assistant Level 4 (SEN) to support students with complex needs in a dynamic and supportive environment. This fixed-term role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on student learning and development while working within a school that values professional growth and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide cover for whole classes during teacher absences, including planning, preparing, and delivering learning programmes.
• Assess student needs and use specialist knowledge to support learning and address barriers to learning.
• Build positive relationships with students and model appropriate behaviour and responses.
• Encourage student interaction and cooperation in group and individual activities.
• Support the development and implementation of individual Education/Behaviour/Support/Mentoring plans.
• Participate in student assessments and provide detailed, accurate feedback to teachers.
• Record and report on student progress, achievement, and attendance systematically.
• Deliver and adapt learning activities to meet individual student needs and ensure inclusive learning.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Extensive experience supporting children with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties, communication challenges, and complex learning needs.
• Proven ability to plan and lead teaching and learning activities.
• Strong understanding of diverse pupil needs and strategies to support them.
• Numeracy and Literacy skills to Level 2 (GCSE grades 9 to 4/A*-C) or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 3 in Teaching Assistant or equivalent qualification or experience.

Preferred

• Experience in working with students with severe, profound, or complex learning needs.
• Background in SEN support or special educational needs.
• Experience in developing and implementing individual support plans.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and full-time equivalent salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Bupa Level 1 Health Plan, generous pension contributions, and flexible working options.
• Access to high-quality CPD, mental health first aid, and employee assistance programmes.