Location
Lea Community Primary School, Greavestown Lane, Lea, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 1PD (287 on roll)
Tel: 01772 726408
School website: www.leacp.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
Teaching Assistant to work in our new KS1 SEND classroom
The children, staff and governing body of Lea Community Primary School are looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated TA to join our team in providing quality experiences and opportunities for our children. School life at Lea centres around our happy children and school values which along with our nurturing ethos provides the essence to our successful and inclusive school. Supporting our children and families through outstanding pastoral care is intrinsic within our daily work and lies at the heart of all we do.
We are seeking a caring, patient and committed Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities SEND within our new KS1 SEND classroom. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and enabling every child to achieve their full potential. You will work closely with the Blossom classroom team and the SENCo to provide targeted support for pupils with a range of needs, mainly communication and interaction and cognition and learning. This is a fabulous opportunity to be part of a fabulous school team where the children are at the heart of everything we do.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the class teacher with resourcing and setting up the classroom
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
- Support the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans EHCPs and individual learning plans
- Adapt activities and resources to meet individual needs
- Support pupils with communication, social interaction, self-care and emotional regulation
- Promote independence and confidence in learning
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo and external professionals
- Monitor, record and report on pupil progress and wellbeing
- Help maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment
This will be a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to childrens development and progress. We are passionate about the development of our staff and training opportunities will be available including the option of completing a L5 TA qualification specialising in SEND.
Interviews will be held on wc 13 July 2026.
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.
Essential Experience
- Experience working with children with SEND
Understanding of a range of additional needs or be willing to engage in professional development e.g. ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH
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Desirable Experience
- A patient, nurturing and flexible approach
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and families
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Be proactive and be able to use childrens interests to engage them in learning
Resilience and a commitment to inclusive practice
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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.
