Teaching Assistant Level 3 (Mainstream)

Job Description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for Teaching Assistant Level 3 with a specific focus on English as an Additional Language (EAL) to join our fantastic team at Chorlton High School.

This is a permanent post, and we are open to applications for full-time (35 hours per week) or part-time (21–28 hours per week, 3–4 full days), term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £22,710 for full-time hours (£26,403 FTE), Grade 4.

The Role

Working under the guidance of teachers and senior staff, the successful candidate will take a lead role in supporting pupils for whom English is an additional language, helping them to access the curriculum, develop academic English, and overcome language-related barriers to learning.

The role involves working with individual pupils, small groups and occasionally whole classes, delivering targeted EAL support and interventions, and contributing to inclusive classroom practice across the school.

Support for Pupils (EAL Focus)

• Deliver targeted EAL support programmes for individuals and small groups, including support for newly arrived pupils.

• Support pupils’ development of spoken and written English, including vocabulary acquisition, comprehension, and academic language.

• Use specialist EAL knowledge and strategies to support access to the curriculum across subject areas.

• Promote inclusion, confidence and independence for pupils with EAL.

• Act as a positive role model and build strong, supportive relationships with pupils.

• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to teachers and pupils.

• Support pupils’ pastoral, social and emotional needs as appropriate.

Support for Teachers and Learning

• Work collaboratively with teachers to plan, deliver and adapt EAL support and classroom strategies.

• Contribute to lesson planning, preparation of resources and evaluation of learning activities.

• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and contribute to assessments, reports and reviews.

• Support assessment activities, including routine testing and exam invigilation where required.

• Provide advice and guidance to staff on effective EAL strategies and inclusive practice.

• Liaise with parents/carers and external agencies where appropriate, including attendance at meetings.

Support for the Curriculum

• Implement agreed EAL learning programmes and interventions, adapting activities in response to pupil needs.

• Support pupils to access subject-specific language and learning tasks.

• Use ICT and other resources to support language development and independent learning.

• Prepare and maintain specialist EAL resources and materials.

Support for the School

• Contribute to the wider ethos, values and inclusive culture of Chorlton High School.

• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring all pupils have access to learning opportunities.

• Support behaviour management strategies in line with school policy.

• Comply with safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection requirements.

• Support educational visits and enrichment activities as required.

• Work effectively as part of a team and contribute to the development of good practice across the school.
  

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or similar or equivalent experience.

• Experience of supporting pupils with EAL in a secondary school or similar setting.

• A strong understanding of language acquisition and barriers faced by EAL learners.

• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with teaching staff.

• Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.

• A commitment to inclusion, high expectations and pupil progress.
  

How to apply

Please follow the online application process to be considered, early applications are encouraged. Interviews will take place in school early February.

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

• 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

Chorlton High School

Chorlton High School (CHS) is a diverse and innovative secondary academy committed to providing outstanding education. We are a mixed, multi-cultural, and multi-faith community with strong links to local primary schools, sixth form providers, further education colleges, and businesses.

Our students thrive on an exciting learning journey underpinned by academic rigour and creative flair. Driven by our core values, our dedicated staff ensure creativity, happiness, and success are central to every student’s experience.

We aim to develop:

• SUCCESSFUL learners with foundations for lifelong success.

• CREATIVE learners who are imaginative risk-takers.

• HAPPY learners whose confidence comes from within.

CHS is recognised locally and nationally for educational excellence. Our ambitious and cutting-edge practices provide exemplary learning opportunities.

Our Ofsted reports (2011, 2016, 2021) highlight many ‘Outstanding’ features and our focus on nurturing and inspiring students;

‘Pupils enjoy coming to school because it is a caring and supportive environment where they flourish.’

‘Leaders and teachers collaborate across the Prospere Learning Trust to bring about purposeful, evidence-based change.' Ofsted 2021

Visit our website to learn more: Chorlton High School.

Job Application Information

Please apply through JobTrain: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/prosperecareers/Job/JobDetail?jobid=1110&isPreview=Yes&advert=external&source=TES

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