TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A

Location

Clayton-le-woods Manor Road Primary School, Manor Road, Clayton-le-woods, Chorley, PR6 7JR (253 on roll)

Tel: 01772 335699
School website: www.manor-road.lancsngfl.ac.uk

Summary

Are you passionate about making a real difference in a child’s life?
Manor Road Primary School is seeking a caring, committed and enthusiastic 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work part-time with a child in Year 5 who has Down’s Syndrome. This rewarding role is ideal for someone who believes in inclusive education and is eager to support the individual needs of a wonderful pupil. You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo to provide tailored 1:1 support that promotes the child’s learning, independence and well-being.

Responsibilities include:

Supporting the child within class and during unstructured times

Adapting learning tasks to suit individual needs

Encouraging communication, interaction and engagement

Promoting social development and inclusion with peers

Liaising with teachers, parents and outside agencies

Administering a nebulizer

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience supporting children with special educational needs (experience with Down’s Syndrome is desirable)

Is patient, nurturing and positive

Can follow guidance and work well as part of a team

Is able to build strong, trusting relationships

In Return, Manor Road Primary Offers:

A friendly, inclusive and supportive school community

A dedicated and experienced staff team

Relevant training and development opportunities

The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a child’s school journey

Working hours are 1.15pm - 3.30pm Monday to Friday

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

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.

Essential Qualifications

Good standard of English and Maths.

Desirable Qualifications

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification

Desirable Experience

Experience in the use of Makaton

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact Julie Davis (School Business Manager)

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.