Teaching Assistant Level 1 (Mainstream)

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Part Time
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required: Numeracy/literacy skills with a good level of knowledge and understanding (at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2)
Start Date: 1st December 2026
Salary: £19,180 - £26,016 per annum

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant Level (1 Mainstream) to join our fantastic team at Chorlton High School.

This is a Grade 2, permanent post working 30 hours per week, term time only plus 1 week. The Pro-rata salary is £19,180 and the full time equivalent is £26,016.

Teaching Assistant is a rewarding role supporting students in a vibrant and inclusive secondary school environment. You will work under the direction of the classroom teachers and Headteachers to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and personal development.

As a Teaching Assistant Level 1, you will:

• Support access to learning for individuals, small groups and occasionally on a 1:1 basis
• Assist in the preparation of classroom resources and provide curricular administrative support
• Support teachers in managing behaviour in class and around school
• Provide feedback on pupil progress and maintain accurate records
• Respond to pupils’ pastoral, social, health and welfare needs, including minor first aid
• Help create a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment

You will play a key role in building positive relationships with students, encouraging independence, and promoting high expectations for all.

Key Responsibilities will include:

Support for Pupils

• Work with small groups under teacher supervision, including implementing Individual Learning Plans
• Promote inclusion and equal access to learning
• Encourage independence and positive behaviour
• Attend to students’ personal and welfare needs

Support for Teachers

• Prepare classrooms and resources for lessons
• Provide clerical and administrative support
• Assist with behaviour management
• Undertake pupil record keeping as required

Support for the School

• Uphold safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and data protection policies
• Supervise pupils during classroom and outdoor activities
• Contribute to the wider ethos and aims of the school
• Participate in training and performance development

You will work collaboratively with teaching staff, the Safeguarding and Pastoral teams, SENCO, SLT, governors and parents to promote pupil wellbeing and positive outcomes.