📍 Leyland
📅 Start Date: 1st September 2026
📌 Ongoing Role with Potential to Become Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Leyland from September 2026. This is a full-time, ongoing position supporting a child in Reception on a 1:1 basis who has general SEND needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about early years education and making a real difference to a child’s learning and development.
Key Details
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 3:20pm
Lunch Break: 30 minutes
Pay: £14.63 per hour
Duration: Ongoing, with the potential to become permanent
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Responsibilities
Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a child with general SEND
Assist with learning activities in line with the EYFS curriculum
Support the child’s social, emotional, and behavioural development
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support strategies
Monitor and record progress, providing feedback where required
Help create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
Requirements
Experience working with children in an EYFS or primary school setting
Understanding of SEND and strategies to support diverse learning needs
Patient, caring, and adaptable approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) desirable but not essential