Job Description

THE SOVEREIGN TRUST

CHATSWORTH FUTURES SPECIALIST COLLEGE

Vicarage Road

Swinton

M27 0WA

Email: hr@thesovereigntrust.uk

TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 1 - Start Date: ASAP - Fixed Term Contract until 31 August 2026

Grade 1B, SCP 4-5, 25,185.00 - 25,583.00 (pro rata for term time only) + SNA1 Allowance

Working Pattern: 33.75 hours per week, Monday-Friday, Term Time only + 5 training days

Pension: Local government pension scheme including a generous employer contribution. Please take a look at the website: https://www.gmpf.org.uk/

Benefits: Salary sacrifice schemes for purchasing bikes used for travel to work, through monthly interest free salary deductions. Employee Assistance Programme provides access to a range of wellbeing services.

Chatsworth Futures Specialist College is a special needs provision for learners aged 19 25 years which serves young people with severe learning difficulties and autism.


Due to our continuing expansion, a number of opportunities have arisen for high quality and committed Teaching Assistants to join our team. We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants, who are able to support learners with a broad range of special educational needs including autism and SLD (severe learning difficulties).


If you are dedicated to a career in special education, and believe that every learner has the right to the highest quality provision, then we would love to hear from you. You will be joining a strong and highly skilled teaching support team and a forward-thinking innovative College, who can provide opportunities for your personal development and growth.

We can offer the successful candidate:

A staff team who are dedicated to providing a trusting, supportive and secure base for all, specialising in supporting SEND learners aged 19+ to develop their independence, build confidence, and prepare for adulthood.


Bespoke performance management to ensure you have the support you need towards fulling your career aspirations


Receive ongoing training from experts in areas such as sign language, communication strategies, and assistive technologies, enabling you to support learners effectively.


Access to professional development opportunities that will enhance your skills in areas such as, SEND-specific teaching methods, and inclusive education practices.


A unique specialist college that encompasses a variety of teaching methods and learning styles


An experienced leadership team who are keen to support all to achieve their goals and future aspirations


The opportunity to join a college committed to inclusivity and excellence, where your contributions are valued and the work you do makes a real difference.

We encourage you to view our website for greater insight into our specialist college: https://www.chatsworthfutures.org.uk/

The successful applicant will:

A dedicated and skilled professional with a clear learner-centred focus


Aspirational and highly committed to improving the learning attainments and lives of learners with special educational needs including autism and SLD (severe learning difficulties)


A robust and resilient practitioner able to perform in a dynamic and challenging environment

How to apply

Are we the right college for you?

If you wish to be considered for this vacancy, you should complete the attached application form. Please note that only applications on the Trust's application form will be considered. Candidates who submit a CV will not be short-listed. Completed applications are to be returned to hr@thesovereigntrust.uk by 9:00am, Friday 21 November 2025.

Closing date for receipt of applications - Friday 21 November 2025 at 9:00am

Interviews for successful candidates will be held at Chatsworth Futures -Thursday 27th November 2025