SEND Teaching Assistant (Level 2B) – 25h/Week, Term-Time

Lancashire County Council; Fleetwood; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Charles Saer Community Primary School in Fleetwood (Lancashire) seeks two compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support EHCP pupils, 25 hours weekly, term-time only. The role is paid at Grade 5, temporary until April 2027, with safeguarding checks and collaboration with the SENCo and school team.

The successful candidates will assist with communication, personal care where needed, and adapt learning to individual needs while promoting a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND, including speech, language and communication needs.
• Ability to work with individuals and lead groups, supporting the class teacher.
• Experience with visual timetables, routines and safeguarding.
• Calm, nurturing; able to build positive relationships and adapt learning for individuals.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated support throughout the school day.
• Support communication using visual timetables and structured routines.
• Deliver personalised learning and play activities.
• Support transitions, emotional regulation and positive social interactions.
• Promote safety during indoor, outdoor and physical activities.
• Assist with personal care and self-help routines.
• Monitor progress and maintain EHCP records.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, parents and external professionals.

Skills

Visual timetables

Communication support

Personal care support

Teamwork

Emotional regulation

Patient and nurturing

Adapt learning

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred)

Job description

Charles Saer Community Primary School in Fleetwood (Lancashire) seeks two compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support EHCP pupils, 25 hours weekly, term-time only. The role is paid at Grade 5, temporary until April 2027, with safeguarding checks and collaboration with the SENCo and school team.

The successful candidates will assist with communication, personal care where needed, and adapt learning to individual needs while promoting a safe, inclusive classroom environment.