TEACHING ASSISTANT 2B (1:1 SEN SUPPORT)

Location

Thurnham Glasson Christ Church, Church Of England Primary School, School Lane, Glasson Dock, Lancaster, LA2 0AR (10 on roll)

Tel: 01524 751425
School website: www.thurnhamglasson.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Additional Needs Teaching Assistant to join our small, friendly team.

The ideal candidate will have:

a passion for working with pupils with Additional Needs and a commitment to helping them succeed

experience in communication and interaction skills,

experience in supporting young children with ASD.,

experience of signing using Makaton or BSL is desirable but not essential,

a good sense of humour (and able to have fun!)

Responsibilities will include:

To support a child with SEND either within a range of school situations (individual/group/whole class…).

To work 1:1 with a child with SEND for the duration of the school day in a variety of situations

To liaise with the class teacher to plan a programme of learning and to provide regular feedback on progress and learning needs.

To carry out negotiated classroom duties which involve the support of individual children or small groups of children, assisting with learning related activities.

To supervise children on trips, visits and other out of school activities as directed.

To supervise children in the dining hall, playground (including daily lunch duty), and activities.

To perform duties and attend meetings working alongside other agencies/professionals and implementing advice given.

To assist with the planning, coordination and assessment of a child’s Individual Education Plan taking into account the recommendations and guidelines set out in the child’s Educational Health and Care Plan.

To support and implement the school’s Equal Opportunities policy.

To implement the school’s vision, aims and policies.

To be fully aware of and understand the duties and responsibilities arising from the relevant statutory documentation in relation to child protection and safeguarding children and young people.

To also be fully aware of the principles of safeguarding.

To ensure the core areas of learning are reflected in the pupil’s daily teaching and learning experiences.

To use a variety of delivery strategies and methods that will stimulate and support learning appropriate to the individual's needs.

To meet the personal care needs of children.

This temporary position is for 23 hours per week (hours and days to be discussed). Applicants may be required in school on Tuesday 22 April ahead of interviews on Wednesday 23 April. Arrangements will be confirmed if successfully shortlisted. 

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Desirable Qualifications

Paediatric First Aid/First Aid certificate

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please call Mrs Aveyard in the school office on 01524 751425 to arrange a visit to school or to have an informal discussion with Mrs Duncan (Headteacher).

Proposed Interview Date:

23/04/2025 

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.

 

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.