Job Advert: Education Support Worker Level 1
Key Information
Role: Education Support Worker Level 1
Salary: Grade 1B, SCP 4-5, £25,185.00 - £25,583.00 (pro rata for term time only) + SNA1 Allowance
Employer: The Sovereign Trust
Location: Chatsworth Futures Specialist College, Vicarage Road, Swinton, M27 0WA
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Working Pattern: 33.75 hours per week, Monday - Friday, Term Time only + 5 training days
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until 31st August 2027
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, an opportunity has arisen for a high quality and committed Education Support Worker to join our team. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Education Support Worker, who is 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, please email [email protected] to request a candidate pack and 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 [email protected] by 9:00am, Friday 10th July 2026
Closing date for receipt of applications:
Friday 10th July 2026 at 9:00am
Interviews for successful candidates will be held at Chatsworth Futures:
Wednesday 15th July 2026
Job Types: Temporary, Fixed term contract
Pay: £25,185.00-£25,583.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
