THE DEAN TRUSTASHTON ON MERSEY SCHOOLCecil AvenueSaleM33 5BPPhone: 0161 973 1179Email: office@aom.trafford.sch.ukWebsite: http://www.thedeantrust.co.uk/
TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2- SENStart date: 1 September 2026NJC Pay Scale, Band 4 Point 12-17, £28,598 – £31,022 per annum pro rata.Actual Salary: £24,597.58 – £26,682.5036.25 hours per week, Monday – Friday 08:00 – 16:00, Term time including 5 INSET daysPermanent
BenefitsLocal Government Pension Scheme Greater Manchester Pension Fund24/7 access to an Employee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to work scheme and gymnasium membershipBlue Light High Street Benefits and Discounts for TeacherSimplyhealthAnnual flu jabsAccess to enhanced family-friendly policiesPreferential admission arrangements for children of colleagues
The Dean Trust is seeking to appoint a talented and hard‑working Teaching Assistant 2 SEN to join our dedicated team at Ashton on Mersey School. The core purpose of the role will be to work under the instruction and guidance of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.
Responsibilities:
- Work under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes.
- Enable access to learning for pupils and assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.
- Carry work in the classroom or outside the main teaching area.
- Supervise groups of pupils undertaking activities in non‑teaching situations when required.
We look for a candidate who demonstrates the following qualities, knowledge and skills:
- Strong commitment to supporting all pupils, particularly those with SEND.
- Ability to build positive relationships and support individual needs.
- Promotes inclusion, independence, and self‑esteem.
- Works effectively under guidance and as part of a team.
- Adapts learning activities to meet pupil needs.
- Skilled in monitoring progress and providing feedback.
- Maintains a safe, supportive, and well‑organised environment.
- Encourages positive behaviour and pupil engagement.
- Confident supporting teaching, planning, and classroom delivery.
- Good communication skills with staff, pupils, and parents.
- Able to use ICT & learning resources effectively.
- Organised and capable of handling administrative tasks.
- Willing to contribute to wider school life, including trips and activities.
- Committed to ongoing training and professional development.
Application closing date: Monday 13 July 2026 at 8:00 am.Interview date: To be confirmed, week commencing Monday 13 July 2026.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates including those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics.
The Dean Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre‑employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.
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