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Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)
Manchester Enterprise Academy, Wythenshawe
Part of Prospere Learning Trust
About the role
Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA) is seeking a committed, warm and resilient Teaching Assistant to join their inclusive team. You will work closely with teachers and the SEND team to support students’ learning, wellbeing and progress across KS3 and KS4, ensuring every young person can thrive.
Key responsibilities
- Provide high-quality in-class support, adapting materials and scaffolding learning for individuals and small groups.
- Deliver targeted interventions in literacy, numeracy and study skills, tracking impact and progress.
- Support students with SEND and additional needs.
- Promote excellent behaviour for learning, following MEA and Trust policies consistently.
- Assist with assessment for learning: feedback, evidence gathering and pupil voice.
- Contribute to planning, resources and classroom routines to create an inclusive environment.
- Build strong relationships with pupils, staff and families, modelling MEA’s values.
- Safeguard the welfare of all students, following safeguarding and child protection procedures.
About you
- Passionate about helping young people succeed, with a student-first mindset.
- Experience working with secondary-age learners in a school or youth setting (preferred).
- Understanding of SEND, differentiation and strategies to remove barriers to learning.
- Calm, flexible and solution-focused, with strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Literate and numerate to a high standard; confident using IT for learning and record-keeping.
What we offer
- A positive, collaborative culture within MEA and the wider Prospere Learning Trust.
- Ongoing professional development.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day in the heart of Wythenshawe.
Contract and pay
- Position: Full-time, term-time only (plus inset days).
- Salary: Daily pay rate dependant on experience.
Safeguarding
Prospere Learning Trust and Manchester Enterprise Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and verification of the right to work in the UK.
How to apply
Please apply online, or send your CV to emma.walsh@supplyregister.uk
- Closing date: Friday 8th August 2026
- Start date: 1st September 2026