SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT

Ref

202527

Number of Posts

1

Grade

Grade 6 (SCP 11-19) £29,071- £33,119.

Salary

£23965 to £ 27303

Term

Full-time.

Perm / FTC

Permanent.

Required

(ASAP ) .

Hours

35.15 hours a week.

Closing Date

02/11/2026.

Location

Lord Street Primary School, Colne, Lord Street, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 9AR

Tel: 01282 865597

School website: www.lordstreetprimary.com

Summary

We are seeking an individual who is deeply aligned with our school and trust vision and values, and who demonstrates the enthusiasm, professionalism and commitment required to excel in a SEND Teaching Assistant role. The successful candidate will share our ethos and have high expectations for all pupils, supporting them to achieve their full potential both academically and personally. They will be passionate about nurturing children's confidence, independence and wellbeing, while promoting a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive, caring and highly organised professional with experience of supporting teaching and learning within a primary school setting. They will be committed to delivering high-quality support to pupils of all abilities, working effectively alongside teachers and other staff, and helping to create positive learning experiences that encourage children to thrive. The successful candidate will also be keen to contribute to the wider life of the school and uphold the values and aspirations of our trust community.

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.

Essential Qualifications

Please see the Application Pack.

Desirable Qualifications

Please see the Application Pack.

Essential Experience

Please see the Application Pack.

Desirable Experience

Please see the Application Pack.

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the school on 01282 865597.

Proposed Interview Date:

09/11/2026

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.