SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3

Lancashire County Council; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 28,142 - 32,061; Part time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council's Morecambe Bay Community Primary School is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join the SEND unit, known as ‘The Cove’. The post supports up to 8 pupils with SLCN/ASD and requires collaboration with teachers to deliver tailored activities in a supportive setting.

The role focuses on pupils' academic, social and emotional development, within a high staff-to-pupil ratio that enables specialist teaching and adapted curricula.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 qualification (or equivalent).
• Level 2 English and Mathematics qualification (GCSEs 4-9 or A-C).

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with teachers to plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities for pupils with SEND.
• Support individuals and groups of pupils across the curriculum, aiding academic, social and emotional development.
• Help create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment within the SEND unit.

Education

NVQ level 3 qualification (or equivalent)

Level 2 English and Mathematics qualification (GCSEs 4-9 or A-C)

Job description

Salary £28142to £ 32061Actual salary will be pro-rata

Location Morecambe Bay Community Primary School, Station Road, Morecambe, LA4 5JL (267 on roll)

Tel: [phone]

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

Summary We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and committed Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team in ‘The Cove’, a SEND unit within our school. Established in September 2022, 'The Cove' is a valued part of our school community, catering to up to 8 children with SLCN/ASD. A high staff-to-pupil ratio allows for specialist teaching and an adapted curriculum.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside teachers and other professionals to support pupils' learning, wellbeing and personal development. At Morecambe Bay, our aim is to do the very best for every child every day and we are seeking someone who shares this commitment.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers to plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities for children with SEND. They will support individuals and groups of pupils across the curriculum. The role involves supporting children's academic, social and emotional development while helping to create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment.

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.

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.

Closing Date:12 Noon 02/09/2026

Interviews : w/c 7th September 2026

Essential Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 qualification (or equivalent)
• Level 2 English and Mathematics qualification or equivalent (GCSEs (Grades 4-9 or A-C)

For an informal discussion please contact: Lee Dougan, Headteacher via [e-mail]

Equal Opportunities An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

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.