1:1 YEAR 4 TEACHING ASSISTANT

Lancashire County Council; Bonds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is recruiting a compassionate Teaching Assistant for a gorgeous primary school in PR3. You will provide 1:1 support to a Year 4 pupil with ASD and assist with general classroom activities to promote inclusion.

The role requires patience, strong communication, and safeguarding commitment, with a flexible approach to working both independently and as part of a team. The school emphasises safeguarding and positive pupil development.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role supporting children within an educational setting.
• Understanding of ASD, communication difficulties, and additional learning needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships.
• A calm, patient, and adaptable approach to handling various situations.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a Year 4 pupil with ASD.
• Assist with general classroom activities to promote inclusion.
• Support the pupil’s ongoing development within the school environment.

Skills

Experience as TA

ASD understanding

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Job description

Location , PR3

Summary A gorgeous Primary School is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide both 1:1 support to a Year 4 pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and general classroom support. This role is crucial for assisting the pupil with their integration and ongoing development within the school environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role supporting children within an educational setting.
• Understanding of ASD, communication difficulties, and additional learning needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships.
• A calm, patient, and adaptable approach to handling various situations.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable Experience

• Experience supporting pupils with EHCPs.
• Knowledge of autism-friendly strategies and communication support techniques.
• Prior experience in a primary school environment.

Additional Information

The school has noted that the pupil responds well to positive male role models. While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, male applicants with relevant experience may be particularly well-suited to meet the pupil's individual needs.

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 Children's 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 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Equal Opportunities statement

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.