Teaching Assistant Level 3 (SEN)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 11 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 15 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Manchester, M12 4GR |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 4fec4f05-acdb-4813-8466-37668bbe1c3c |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
We’re looking for:We are seeking experienced and qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEN) to take responsibility to specialise in Forest School and Environmental education. This role will support the delivery of outdoor learning through environmental education and the support of the Forest School Curriculum.You will need Level 3 or equivalent qualification or experience inforest school learning with a paediatric first aid qualification. You will also need a good working knowledge of child development and learning and excellent numeracy and literacy skills. You must also demonstrate awareness and application of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety and security, confidentiality and data protection.
Main purpose of the job:As a Forest School and Environmental education Teaching Assistant, you will support students with Special Educational needs in outdoor learning and assist with lessons in horticulture, animal care, and other vocational skills.
Key responsibilities will include:
• Assist in planning and delivering outdoor-based, nature-inspired lessons for SEN students.
• Help students build confidence, independence, and resilience through practical activities.
• Provide tailored support to meet individual learning needs.
• Foster a safe, inclusive environment for all students
• 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.
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
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.
We’re looking for:We are seeking experienced and qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEN) to take responsibility to specialise in Forest School and Environmental education. This role will support the delivery of outdoor learning through environmental education and the support of the Forest School Curriculum.You will need Level 3 or equivalent qualification or experience inforest school learning with a paediatric first aid qualification. You will also need a good working knowledge of child development and learning and excellent numeracy and literacy skills. You must also demonstrate awareness and application of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety and security, confidentiality and data protection.
Main purpose of the job:As a Forest School and Environmental education Teaching Assistant, you will support students with Special Educational needs in outdoor learning and assist with lessons in horticulture, animal care, and other vocational skills.
Key responsibilities will include:
• Assist in planning and delivering outdoor-based, nature-inspired lessons for SEN students.
• Help students build confidence, independence, and resilience through practical activities.
• Provide tailored support to meet individual learning needs.
• Foster a safe, inclusive environment for all students
• 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.
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
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.