Key Role Information

Salary
£23,916.22 - 25,943.39
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
29/06/2026 12:00
Interview
7 July 2026
Start
1 September 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
ACT Grade E SCP 12 - SCP 17
Department
Meade Hill
Key stage
Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
Hours per week
35.00
Weeks per year
44.850
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Meade Hill School is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our hardworking and supportive team.


We are looking for someone who is:

  • An experienced and energetic practitioner with a strong knowledge, skills, and understanding of a range of teaching and learning styles
  • Highly motivated, positive, and innovative, with enthusiasm and commitment to both pupils and the school
  • A dedicated professional who uses a range of behaviour regulation strategies and has an understanding of trauma-informed practice, positively impacting all pupils, including those with the most complex needs
  • Willing to fully participate in the life of the school and support where needed
  • Able to recognise the potential in all our exceptional learners and develop their role to support pupils with complex needs, helping them to thrive
  • Highly organised, with a flexible approach and excellent problem-solving skills to engage some of the most disengaged learners
  • Capable of supporting the curriculum and pupil learning up to Key Stage 4
  • Educated to National Qualifications Framework Level 3 standard (e.g. NVQ Level 3, A/AS Levels, or equivalent)


About Meade Hill:

Meade Hill School is a small special school for young people with social, emotional and mental health needs. We provide a high-quality learning environment, that has been designed to deliver our therapeutic vision. This vision is to create a therapeutic, harmonious space, which promotes feelings of safety and security, to allow our pupils to explore, enjoy learning, and reach their full potential, building a sense of community around the child. We aim to become a leading therapeutic provision, which is high quality and expert in recognising and meeting the needs of all of the pupils, with outstanding teaching and engaging learning. We have introduced cutting edge interventions for working with our neurodiverse population, so we can achieve positive outcomes for all our pupils. We strive to develop their emotional wellbeing and self-belief; creating successful, happy, healthy individuals, who develop skills which enable them to sustain employment and build security in their lives.


To find out more about our school, visit our website www.meadehill-ebsd.co.uk


SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Meade Hill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. We are exempt from from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and there by have a right to know about the criminal history of job applicants and can take this into account when making recruitment decisions.


We are also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.


https://meadehill-ebsd.co.uk/

Benefits

Free Onsite Parking
Excellent CPD
Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalentessential
NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in relevant discipline or willingness to work towardsessential

Meade Hill

Recruitment Team

hr@ambitioncommunity.uk

Chain Road
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M9 6GN

Safeguarding Information

We are dedicated to fostering the well-being of young people and vulnerable adults, ensuring that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Our commitment extends to creating a safe, inclusive environment where everyone’s contributions are valued. All appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. As we are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, we have the right to consider criminal history in our recruitment process to ensure the safety and welfare of those we serve.

We also strive to promote equality and challenge discrimination, focusing on building stronger connections within our community. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, embracing the diversity that strengthens our collective well-being.