We are currently working with a wonderful primary school based in Preston. The school are looking to appoint a qualified and experienced Special support assistant to join them in September. The role will be specifically supporting a pupil in year 1 on a 1-2-1 basis. The role is initially Monday to Friday 8.45-12.30 but hours will be upped as the term progresses to become a full time role.
You are expected to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil in Year 1 with special educational needs, enabling them to access the curriculum, engage in learning, and achieve their individual targets within a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Pupil Support
- Provide 1:1 support tailored to the childs individual needs (academic, social, emotional, and behavioural)
- Implement strategies from EHCPs, support plans, or SEN guidance
- Adapt learning activities to support access and engagement
- Promote independence while offering appropriate levels of assistance
- Support transitions throughout the school day (e.g. between lessons, playtime, lunch)
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience working with children with SEN (e.g. ASD, ADHD, speech & language needs, or SEMH)
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience, empathy, and resilience
- Ability to build positive relationships with children and staff
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
- Relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant)
- Experience supporting children in Key Stage 1
- Knowledge of phonics programmes (e.g. Read Write Inc, Little Wandle)
- Training in areas such as Autism support, Team Teach, or speech & language
Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Childrens barred list check and satisfactory referencing. Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
