Prospere Learning Trust
Teaching Assistant Level 3 SEN (1:1 Complex Medical Needs)
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We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEN) to join our fantastic team at Pear Tree High School
This is a permanent post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £24,998 and the full-time equivalent is £29,064, Grade 5.
We’re Looking For
We are seeking an experienced and qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEN) to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with complex medical needs, including significant medical and personal care requirements.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in enabling the pupil to access learning, develop independence and participate fully in school life through high-quality, personalised support. You will be confident in supporting pupils with complex communication, sensory, and physical needs and be committed to delivering care with dignity, compassion, and respect.
Experience of supporting pupils with complex medical needs is essential. Ideally, you will hold current training, or be willing to undertake training, in areas such as tracheostomy care, feeding, moving and handling, medication administration, and personal care.
You will be a calm, resilient, and self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills, able to build positive relationships with pupils, families, colleagues, and external professionals. You will work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes for the pupil.
Main Purpose Of The Job
To complement the professional work of teachers by providing high-quality 1:1 support for a pupil with complex medical needs, enabling them to access learning safely and effectively within the school environment.
The Role Includes
- Providing specialist support to meet the pupil's educational, medical, personal care, and communication needs.
- Delivering agreed learning activities, therapy programmes, and intervention strategies under the direction of teaching staff and external professionals.
- Supporting the implementation of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and medical care plans.
- Delivering high standards of personal care, ensuring the pupil's dignity, safety, and wellbeing are maintained at all times.
- Supporting complex medical procedures in accordance with individual healthcare plans and school policies following appropriate training.
- Working closely with teachers, therapists, nurses, parents/carers, and external agencies to provide a consistent and coordinated approach to support.
- Promoting independence, communication, inclusion, and participation across all aspects of school life.
- Monitoring, recording, and reporting on pupil progress, wellbeing, and any medical or safeguarding concerns.
- Supporting the creation of a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment that enables the pupil to achieve their full potential.
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How To Apply
To be considered, please follow the online application process. Early applications are encouraged. Interviews will be held in school on Thursday, 27th August.
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 15% 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
Pear Tree High School
Pear Tree High School is a brand new specialist support school which sits in the heart of Cheadle Hulme. The school aims to work in partnership with parents and carers, the multi-academy trust, the local authority, and other agencies to provide exceptional education for all.
The school commitment involves harnessing the resources of our school, Trust, and wider community to help students realise their full potential and make outstanding progress.
The new purpose-built SEND school site delivers state-of-the-art facilities which provide an environment suitable for the learning needs of all students and young adults. These facilities are designed to suit the changing needs of pupils from key stage three through to post 16.
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The curriculum is structured to equip young people with a significant learning need with the skills to thrive both at Pear Tree and as they progress to college and employment. The organisation of the curriculum reflects the needs of all students. Beyond the academic curriculum, experiences enhance pupils’ skills enabling them to understand the wider world so they can become effective citizens.
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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 support, contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email jobs@prospere.org.uk
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