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Ref 198022
Number of Posts Various
Grade Grade 3 Point 2.
Salary £24413 Pro Rata
Term Part-time.
Perm / FTC Permanent.
Required (01/01/2026 ) .
Hours 22.5 hours a week.
Closing Date 31/10/2025.
Location
Kingsbury Primary School, School Lane, Chapel House, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 8EH (133 on roll)

Tel: 01695 722991
School website: www.kingsburyprimaryschool.co.uk/
Summary
LEVEL 1 Teaching Assistant (SEN) – Part-Time (9:30am–2:30pm)

Kingsbury Primary School

Are you a caring and enthusiastic individual looking to make a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Kingsbury Primary School is currently inviting applications for a Level 1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and nurturing team. This is a part-time role, working Monday to Friday, 9:30am–2:30pm.

About Kingsbury Primary School:

Kingsbury Primary School is proud of its inclusive ethos and Creative Curriculum, designed to meet the diverse needs of our pupils. We follow topic-based curriculum pathways and integrate sensory lifestyle plans throughout the day to support emotional regulation and holistic development. Our approach encourages creativity, exploration, and social interaction in a safe and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support pupils with a range of needs, including GLD and complex autism, in accessing a play-based and sensory curriculum.
  • Assist with personal care routines, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
  • Help maintain a well-organised and inclusive classroom environment, including preparation of resources and tidying.
  • Work closely with the class teacher and other staff to implement individual learning and sensory plans.

  • Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing through consistent routines and supportive interactions.

    Requirements:

  • Experience working with children, ideally in an educational or care setting.
  • A compassionate and patient approach to supporting children with additional needs.
  • Willingness to assist with personal care and classroom organisation.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • A genuine interest in creative and holistic education.

    Benefits:

  • Supportive and collaborative school community.
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
  • A rewarding role making a real difference in children’s lives.

    Visits Welcomed:

    We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit Kingsbury Primary School to experience our unique learning environment first-hand. To arrange a visit, please contact admin@kingsbury.lancs.sch.uk.

    How to Apply:

    To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your completed application form and a brief statement outlining your experience and suitability for the role to admin@kingsbury.lancs.sch.uk.
    • Essential Qualifications
  • See Person Specification 
    • Desirable Qualifications
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    • Essential Experience
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    • Desirable Experience
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    • For an informal discussion please contact:
    Contact school on 01695 722991
    Proposed Interview Date:
    13/11/2025 
    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.

    Additional Info

    Applications and further details are available from/returnable to

    Address: Application form found on advert . Return completed application forms to admin@kingsbury.lancs.sch.uk
    Positive about Disabled People 

    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.

    Disability Confident employer Lancashire County Council

    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.

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