1:1 SEND LEVEL 2B TEACHING ASSISTANT

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Poulton St Chad’s C of E Primary School in Poulton-le-Fylde is seeking a temporary SEND Teaching Assistant to support a child with an EHCP on a 1:1 basis, initially in EYFS. You will implement strategies, support break/lunchtime, and work with families and professionals to help the pupil access the curriculum.

The role is part-time, term-time only, with a pro-rata salary; visits are welcomed and an online DBS check may be required.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C+ or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 2 or higher qualification relevant to the post.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Experience with primary-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a child with SEND in EYFS.
• Implement and adapt strategies for individual pupils.
• Assist during breaktime and lunchtime duties.
• Collaborate with families and professionals to support pupil progress.

Skills

Christian ethos alignment

Inspiring children

Inclusive relationships

Communication with families

Professional resilience

Team player / hardworking

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

NVQ level 2 or above

Enhanced DBS clearance

Job description

Location: Poulton-le-fylde St Chad's Church Of England Primary School, Hardhorn Road, Poulton-le-fylde, FY6 7SR (234 on roll)

Tel: [phone]

School website: www.poultonstchadsce.lancs.sch.uk

Governors at Poulton St Chad’s C of E Primary are looking to appoint a temporary SEND Teaching Assistant who has the passion and enthusiasm to help children with SEND on a 1:1 basis. The successful candidate will be expected to implement and adapt suggested strategies for individual pupils with an EHCP, to enable them to have greater access to the curriculum. It is expected that the successful candidate will initially work within EYFS and will support a child/children on a 1:1 basis, which includes breaktime and lunchtime duties.

We are looking for a someone who will:

• Be supportive of the Christian ethos of this school
• Have proven skills in inspiring children and helping to attainment in all subjects.
• Establish fair, respectful, highly inclusive and supportive relationships with children so that they can thrive- including those who can present with challenging behaviour and a high level of need.
• Effectively communicate and work in partnership with families, carers, colleagues and other professionals.
• Be professional at all times and show emotional and professional resilience.
• Be a hardworking, loyal member of our team who will contribute to making our school even better.

We can offer you:

• Wonderful, well behaved children
• Engaged, supportive parents.
• A friendly, experienced and supportive staff and SLT
• Commitment to your professional development.
• An environment where you will be valued and celebrated yet challenged to improve.
• A commitment to your wellbeing - happy staff are good staff.
• A supportive Governing Body, who are dedicated in their support of the school.
• Beautiful school grounds located in a highly desirable area.

Visits to school are welcomed and are encouraged - please email the Headteacher to arrange your visit on [e-mail]

Closing Date: Tuesday 6th October 2026 (noon)

Shortlisting: Tuesday 6th October 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday 13th October 2026

Proposed hours: Monday- Friday 845-315 (30min lunch)

Term time only

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, 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 Qualifications

• GCSE English (Grade C+) or equivalent.
• GCSE Maths (Grade C+) or equivalent.
• NVQ level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
• Enhanced DBS clearance

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)

Essential Experience

• Experience of working within the primary age range
• Have a proven track record of delivering high quality group support in a classroom
• Be child centred and be prepared to put the needs of children of St Chad’s first at all times
• Be willing to nurture and support vulnerable children, who may be non-verbal and may have intimate care and/or behavioural needs

Desirable Experience

• Experience of working in different school settings
• Experience working with children with a range of behaviours and be confident in successfully managing children’s behaviour
• Understanding of a range of SEND including GDD, ASD and speech and language needs

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.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.