Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN)

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Number of Positions: 4
Qualifications Required: Numeracy/literacy skills with a good level of knowledge and understanding (at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2)
Start Date: 1st January 2027
Salary: £26,427 - £26,847 per annum

We currently have multiple exciting opportunities for Teaching Assistants Level 1 SEN to join our fantastic team at Pear Tree High School

This is a grade 3, permanent full-time, working 35 hours per week, term time only, plus 5 INSET days. The pro-rata starting salary is £22,730, with a full-time equivalent of £26,427.

The roles are expected to start once preemployment checks are complete.

We're looking for:

We’re looking for dedicated, compassionate individuals to join our growing team at Pear Tree High school. As a Teaching Assistant (Level 1 SEN) you will support our students in achieving their full potential and becoming confident, independent adults.

You’ll work closely with teachers and specialists to support teaching and learning across the school, helping to create a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment for all pupils.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a state-of-the-art SEND school with outstanding facilities
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team
• Make a meaningful impact every day
• Access ongoing training and development opportunities
• Help shape the futures of young people with complex needs

We want someone who:

• Has a basic knowledge of child development and learning
• Holds Level 2 qualification (or equivalent/higher) in numeracy and literacy
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills and professionalism
• Is committed to continuous learning and development
• Experience supporting children or young people with complex, severe, or profound learning difficulties is highly desirable.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support small groups and individual students with learning activities
• Help implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)
• Build positive relationships and promote inclusion for all pupils
• Assist with personal care and wellbeing needs where required
• Provide feedback to teachers and track student progress
• Help maintain a safe, engaging learning environment

How to Apply

Interested? Apply now via our online application process and take the next step in a rewarding career supporting young people with SEN.

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 every day health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff (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