Teaching Assistant

1:1 Teaching Assistant (Level 3) ASC Support, Blackpool, Lancashire. 

A Primary School Blackpool, Lancashire (FY1) are looking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and hardworking Teaching Assistant to work with a child with ASC on a 1:1 basis. The school are looking for a Teaching Assistant who has a passion for working with children with additional needs and is committed to upskilling where necessary to meet the specific needs of the child. The child is in Year 4 but works at a much lower level so has an educational health care plan which is tailored to support their development. The ideal candidate will have a caring and committed attitude and will be able to work effectively as part of a team. The appointed TA will be responsible for supporting the teaching, learning and additional needs of the child. Applicants must have experience working with children with ASC or similar needs. Team Teach training would be beneficial and can be provided.

The school are looking for a Teaching Assistant who: 

-          Is a dedicated classroom practitioner

-          Values a teamwork approach

-          Has high expectations of all pupils

-          Has the ability to form positive working relationships with both adults and children

-         Has experience supporting children with special educational needs

In return the school is able to offer you: 

-          A friendly school with highly skilled staff

-          An inclusive ethos where everyone’s committed to ensuring all children achieve their best

-          Continued professional development

-          Happy, friendly children who love learning

The school are looking to appoint for this Teaching Assistant Positon ASAP with a view to the successful educator starting in June 2024.  If you have recent and relevant experience working with children with specific needs in a primary environment, then you are encouraged to get in touch on the contact details provided for immediate consideration.

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