SEND Support TA (Level 2) – Term-Time

Lancashire County Council; Preston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council's Ribbleton Avenue Infant School in Preston is seeking a motivated Teaching Assistant Level 2 + SEND Support for Autumn term 2026, on a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027. The role is part-time, term-time only, with full-time equivalent salary pro-rated accordingly.

You will work closely with Classroom Teachers to support learning activities, manage behaviour, liaise with families, and monitor pupil progress.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 or above in Teaching Assistant or Childcare (or equivalent).
• Desirable: First Aid.
• Desirable: Safeguarding.
• Experience of working with EYFS and KS1 children.
• Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and SEND.

Responsibilities

• Work with Classroom Teachers to secure outstanding education and learning experiences.
• Assist with behaviour management and recording pupil progress.
• Deliver high-quality care, support programmes, interventions and therapies as needed.
• Liaise with families to support learning.

Education

NVQ level 2 or above in Teaching Assistant, Childcare

Job description

Lancashire County Council's Ribbleton Avenue Infant School in Preston is seeking a motivated Teaching Assistant Level 2 + SEND Support for Autumn term 2026, on a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027. The role is part-time, term-time only, with full-time equivalent salary pro-rated accordingly.

You will work closely with Classroom Teachers to support learning activities, manage behaviour, liaise with families, and monitor pupil progress.