TA Level 2: SEND & Early Literacy Support (Part-Time)

Lancashire County Council; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Penwortham Primary School, part-time Level 2 Teaching Assistant, is seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing and proactive individual to support pupils in learning and development during term time. The role involves whole-class and small-group support, with potential 1:1 assistance for pupils with SEND, under close supervision of teaching staff and leaders.

Applicants should demonstrate warmth, high expectations for progress, and a collaborative approach with families.

Qualifications

• Builds positive, professional relationships with children and adults.
• Has high expectations for learning, behaviour and presentation.
• Can support early reading, phonics, writing and mathematics effectively.
• Understands adapting support so pupils with SEND can access learning and develop independence.
• Is calm, consistent and able to support pupils with social, emotional or behavioural needs.
• Works well as part of a team and communicates with teachers, leaders and families.
• Is reflective, reliable, flexible and willing to learn.
• Places safeguarding at the heart of everything they do.

Responsibilities

• Supports whole-class and small-group teaching as directed by staff.
• Provides targeted or 1:1 support for pupils with SEND or additional needs.

Skills

Positive relationships

High expectations

Reading support

Phonics support

SEND support

Calm approach

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

Penwortham Primary School, part-time Level 2 Teaching Assistant, is seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing and proactive individual to support pupils in learning and development during term time. The role involves whole-class and small-group support, with potential 1:1 assistance for pupils with SEND, under close supervision of teaching staff and leaders.

Applicants should demonstrate warmth, high expectations for progress, and a collaborative approach with families.