TEACHING ASSISTANT

Lancashire County Council; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent training & qualifications

Holiday pay & pension opportunities

Health & wellbeing services

Job summary

Willow Tree Federation in Lancaster is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a child with SEND, supporting learning and emotional development. You will collaborate closely with the class teacher, families and relevant agencies to ensure every child has the best start in life.

The role offers excellent training, career progression opportunities and access to Lancashire County Council benefits, including holiday pay and pension arrangements, plus health and wellbeing services.

Qualifications

• Passion to deliver high quality provision and exciting learning opportunities
• SEND experience, particularly for children with SEMH and Communication and Language difficulties
• A working understanding of child safeguarding
• Ability to develop relationships and communication with parents and carers
• Experience of observations, assessments and planning for the needs of children

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with a child with SEND
• Support the class teacher, families and agencies
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment

Skills

SEND experience

Communication skills

Child safeguarding

Teamwork

Job description

The children are at the heart of everything we do at the Willow Tree Federation. We take a holistic approach to child development and we are privileged to support our children, families and the wider community to change and enhance lives. We celebrate the wide diversity of the backgrounds, beliefs, talents and interests of our children and we recognise learning happens in communities and empowers them. As a federation at the heart of its community, we understand and respect the positive impact we can have. We plant the seed that grows the future!

Here at the Willow Tree Federation in Lancaster we are looking for an experienced and skilled TA to work 1:1 with a child with SEND - learning and emotional needs.

The Role

You will be part of a team that help ensure our children have the best start in life. You will be working closely with and supporting the class teacher, families and agencies.

Benefits:

• Excellentin-house and external training, opportunity togain further qualifications, virtual learningandcareer progressionopportunities.
• Benefits of working for Lancashire County Council such as holiday pay, pension opportunities, term time only and much more.
• Health and wellbeing services such as counselling, stress coaching and physiotherapy/ muscular-skeletal services.

Our schools:

• Experienced staff
• Amazing children
• SLT support and liaison with SENDCO
• Large car park and great outdoor spaces
• Experienced senior leadership team and governing body
• Warm and welcoming environment and team

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.

For an informal discussion please contact: Rubi Garcia - School Business Support Officer, [e-mail]

The closing date is 02/11/2026 at noon

Proposed Interview Date: 09/11/2026

Essential Qualifications

• Passion to deliver high quality provision and exciting learning opportunities
• SEND experience, particularly for children with SEMH and Communication and Language difficulties
• A working understanding of child safeguarding
• Ability to develop relationships and communication with parents and carers
• Experience of observations, assessments and planning for the needs of children

Desirable Experience

• Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
• Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment
• Experience of Administrative work
• Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
• Experience of supporting pupils with SEND

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.

Location Willow Lane Community Primary School, Willow Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5PR (201 on roll)

Tel: [phone]

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