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The starting salary is £22,730 and the full time equivalent is £26,427 (Grade 3). The role is to start as soon as pre-employment checks are complete.\nWe’re looking for:\nSomeone 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.\nThis 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.\nMain purpose of the job:\nAs a Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN), you will work closely with students requiring individualised support due to complex needs. You will play a key role in enabling access to learning, supporting communication, and promoting independence and well-being.\nKey responsibilities will include:\nTo work with small groups of children under the supervision of the teacher and ensure implementation of Individual Learning Plans.\nProviding consistent 1:1 support tailored to the student’s individual needs\nProvide regular feedback on children’s progress to the class teacher and keeping records up to date.\nAssist with the supervision of discreet groups of pupils for short periods when the teacher is not present.\nBe aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.\nParticipate in training, to develop relevant learning strategies and ensure students make progress in learning.\nTo support the performance management process and demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development.\nTo converse at ease and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.\nHow to Apply\nPlease follow the online application process to be considered.\nTo 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.\nAll 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.\nWorking for Prospere Learning Trust\nGreat 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.\nHigh quality CPD for all roles\nBupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses\nGenerous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff\nGood 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\nCyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free\nEmployee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines\nCredit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans\nFlexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible\nMental Health First Aid in every school\nBlue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more\nbYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases\nVisit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk\nProspect House Primary School\nProspect 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).\nProspect House was graded as outstanding in all areas by Ofsted,\n‘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\nVisit our website to learn more about our school community: https://www.prospecthouse.school/\nJob Application Information\nPlease 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.\nAs 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.\nUnder 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.\nApplicants 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.\nSafeguarding Commitment\nAll 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. 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