Location
Fleetwood Flakefleet Primary School, Northfleet Avenue, Fleetwood, Lancashire, FY7 7ND (421 on roll)
Tel: 01253 872884
School website: www.flakefleet.lancs.sch.uk/
Summary
We are seeking to appoint a caring, committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Level 2b to join our SEN Unit team. Our SEN Unit supports 16 pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), with a wide range of ages, abilities and additional needs. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide high-quality provision which enables pupils to feel safe, supported and successful in their learning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support pupils with EHCPs across the SEN Unit
- Assist pupils with their academic, social and emotional development
- Help deliver personalised learning activities and interventions
- Support positive behaviour and communication strategies
- Work with individual pupils and small groups across a range of ages and abilities
- Contribute to creating a nurturing, inclusive and structured environment
- Work collaboratively with teachers, families and external professionals where appropriate
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.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
The closing date is 12/06/2026 at 12 noon
Essential Qualifications
- A relevant Level 2 qualification or equivalent is essential.
Essential Experience
- Has experience working with children, ideally within a specialist or nurture provision
- Understands the importance of inclusive practice and meeting individual needs
- Is patient, adaptable and able to build strong relationships with pupils
- Can remain calm and supportive in a busy environment
- Works effectively as part of a team
Has good communication and organisational skills
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For an informal discussion please contact:
For a informal chat or a look around the school, please contact Tracey Wilson on 01253 872884. Please note the school is closed until 8th June.
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
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.
