SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3

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

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming school community

Professional development opportunities

Innovative SEND provision

National recognition for commitment to

Job summary

Ingol Community Primary School is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant Level 3 to support pupils with a range of special educational needs within our SEND Designated Classroom. The role offers an opportunity to join a committed team dedicated to helping children thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

The successful candidate will work with teaching staff, SEND leaders, families and external agencies to ensure every child receives tailored support in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Holds a relevant Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Has experience of supporting pupils with SEND, including communication and interaction needs.
• Can adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND to achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.
• Work closely with teaching staff, SEND leaders, families and external agencies.
• Deliver personalised learning activities and monitor progress.
• Promote inclusive practice and contributing to a supportive school community.

Skills

Teaching Assistant Level 3

SEND support

Communication skills

Adapt learning activities

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Location Ingol Community Primary School, Whitby Avenue, Ingol, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 3YP (202 on roll).
Tel: [phone]
School website: www.ingol.lancsngfl.ac.uk

Summary Ingol Community Primary School "Dream, Inspire, Achieve".

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children with additional needs? Do you have the skills, experience and dedication to help pupils achieve their full potential?

Ingol Community Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and highly motivated Teaching Assistant Level 3 to work within our SEND Designated Classroom. This is an exciting opportunity to join a committed and supportive team dedicated to providing outstanding provision for pupils with a range of special educational needs.

The successful candidate will have experience of supporting children with SEND and a strong understanding of inclusive practice. They will work closely with teaching staff, SEND leaders, families and external agencies to ensure that every child receives the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

We can offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community.


• Friendly, dedicated and experienced colleagues.


• High-quality professional development opportunities.


• The opportunity to work in an innovative SEND provision where children's needs are at the heart of everything we do.


• A school recognised nationally for its commitment to supporting children and families.

At Ingol Community Primary School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their potential. Our SEND Designated Classroom provides a nurturing, ambitious and highly personalised learning environment where pupils are supported to develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.

Ingol Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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.

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.

The closing date is 12:30pm on 24/09/2026

Essential Qualifications

• Holds a relevant Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.


• Has experience of working with pupils with SEND, including those with communication and interaction needs, cognition and learning needs, and social, emotional and mental health needs.


• Can adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.


• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Is patient, nurturing and committed to helping children succeed.

Essential Experience

• Experience of supporting pupils with a range of needs, including communication and interaction difficulties, cognition and learning needs, social, emotional and mental health needs, and sensory or physical needs.


• Experience of implementing personalised support strategies and adapting learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.

Proposed Interview Date: 29/09/2026

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.