LKS2 TEACHING ASSISTANT

Lancashire County Council; Bonds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council in the Preston area is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant Level 2b (TA2b) to support pupils in a Year 3 class. The post is temporary and full-time until a permanent appointment is made.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the class teacher and SEND team, delivering targeted interventions and promoting inclusive learning across the curriculum. Experience with ASD and phonics is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with primary-aged children, preferably in Key Stage 2.
• Knowledge of speech, language and communication needs.
• Knowledge and experience of supporting phonics development.
• Experience of supporting pupils with SEND, particularly ASD.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom-based support within a Year 3 class.
• Deliver interventions to individuals and small groups of pupils.
• Support teaching and learning across the curriculum.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team to meet pupils' individual needs.
• Provide a daily 30-minute 1:1 lunchtime support session for a pupil with ASD.
• Contribute to the positive wellbeing, progress and inclusion of all pupils.

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Location , PR3

Summary We are working with a fantastic Primary school based in the Preston Area. We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Level 2b (TA2b) to support pupils in our Year 3 class. The successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary basis and will work full-time until a permanent appointment is made.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 8:40am - 3:30pm
• 30-minute unpaid lunch break

Key Responsibilities

• Provide classroom-based support within a Year 3 class.
• Deliver interventions to individuals and small groups of pupils.
• Support teaching and learning across the curriculum.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team to meet pupils' individual needs.
• Provide a daily 30-minute 1:1 lunchtime support session for a pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Contribute to the positive wellbeing, progress and inclusion of all pupils.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Experience of working with primary-aged children, preferably in Key Stage 2.
• Knowledge and understanding of speech, language and communication needs.
• Knowledge and experience of supporting phonics development.
• Experience of supporting pupils with SEND, particularly Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience of delivering targeted intervention programmes.
• Previous experience supporting pupils with speech and language needs.

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.

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.