Vacancies
1:1 SEND TA 2B - Tarleton Community Primary School
Do you want to be part of a child-centred, community-focused and forward thinking team? Well this could be the job for you!
We are looking for a fantastic teaching assistant to work in our Year 3 class to support one of our children with additional needs so they can flourish and reach their full potential. You need to be someone who goes the extra mile for them so you will need to be experienced, excellent at supporting and tailoring learning to individual needs, and compassionate. We are a forward thinking, friendly village school at the heart of our community. Have you got what it takes to become a member of Team TCP?
We are looking for someone who is kind, patient and motivated to provide the best provision for our children. You will work under the direction of the teacher but use your skills and knowledge to ensure inclusive practices are effective. You will develop relationships with carers and the staff team therefore being a good communicator is essential.
You will:
- Be passionate that every child can excel so they reach their academic potential, be confident and creative
- Be an excellent teaching assistant
- Have experience of working with pupils with additional needs
- Be able to communicate effectively with carers and outside professionals
- Work collaboratively within our team
- Be a team player who develops their team and approaches in a friendly, succinct manner
- Value the benefits of collaboration with others either in school or with colleagues in other school
- Go the extra mile in terms of time and effort to ensure every child reaches their potential
- Have excellent knowledge and understanding of children with SEND
We can offer:
- Extraordinary children who are a pleasure to be with
- Fantastic CPD both in-house through a wealth of experienced teachers and through membership of the Axia Learning Alliance, WRIST and TaRDis Clusters
- A system of supervision to support your practice and well-being as a member of our team
- Opportunities to advance your career
- An excellent and friendly team of colleagues who will support you
- Committed and supported parents
- A strong and supportive Governing Body
- A lot of laughter and camaraderie
Essential Qualifications:
GCSE C (4) or equivalent in English and Maths
Essential Experience:
Experience of working with primary aged children
Experience of working with children who have additional needs
The post is from the 23rd February or as soon as possible after, and is a part time and permanent position with variable hours. The post will be 20 hours plus an additional 3 hours (due to SEND funding arrangements) up to 31.08.26, hours to be confirmed but provisionally 9.00am – 2.15pm with a lunch and morning break.
More information about the school can be found on our school website: www.tarletoncommunityprimary.co.uk
If you are an excellent teaching assistant who ensures all their children do their best then we want to hear from you!
Further information is available from the headteacher Chris Upton head@tarletoncommunity.lancs.sch.uk regarding particular needs of the pupil and the role and completed packs should include the attached application form along with a letter of application. When writing your letter of application, please evidence each of the person specification criteria, giving concrete examples for each point and demonstrating impact. We strongly advise visiting the school and encourage visits which can be booked via the School Office (01772 812547).
Important Dates:
Closing date: Tuesday 3rd February 2026 9.00am
Shortlisting: Tuesday 3rd February 2026 9.30am
Interview: Thursday 5th February 2026
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.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
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 Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.
For an informal discussion please contact: Chris Upton (Headteacher)
Tarleton Community Primary School, Hesketh Lane, Tarleton, Lancashire, PR6 9RN
Tel: 01772 812547
School Website: www.tarletoncommunityprimary.co.uk
Completed applications are to be emailed to the School Business Manager, Kelly Preston, at bursar@tarletoncommunity.lancs.sch.uk before 9.00am on Tuesday 3rd February 2026. Please put the word ‘Application’ in the subject header.
