Job Description

We are looking for a TA who:

• Has extensive experience of working with pupils with SEND with a minimum Level 2 qualification in working with children or young people
• Has knowledge and experience of supporting pupils with speech & language difficulties.
• Knowledge of using speech & language programmes and assessment tools for example; WellComm and First Call would be desirable.
• Has the experience to organise and deliver personalised intervention sessions.
• Ideally, the candidate would have experience in creating communication resources for example; social stories, visual classroom aids,
• Has experience in de-escalation strategies and behaviour management.
• Will support a child\xe2\x80\x99s intimate care needs by cleaning and changing them.
• Has excellent literacy, numeracy, and communication skills at GCSE Grade 4 level or equivalent.
• Understands how children learn to support progress.
• Works effectively as part of a team, including communicating with outside agencies.
• Knowledge of working in a KS1 classroom environment would be beneficial.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision and with the support of the class teacher and the school SENCo, you will be expected to:

• To create and manage a caring, supportive, purposeful and stimulating environment which is conducive to children\xe2\x80\x99s learning.
• To aid the pupil to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on his/her own.
• Motivating and encouraging the pupil as required by providing levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to pupils\xe2\x80\x99 needs.
• To give positive encouragement, feedback and praise to reinforce and sustain the pupil\xe2\x80\x99s efforts and develop self reliance and self esteem.
• Liaising with class teacher, SENCo and other professionals about individual education plans (IEPs), contributing to the planning and delivery as appropriate.
• Consistently and effectively implementing agreed behaviour management strategies and restorative practice.
• To promote the acceptance and inclusion of the pupil with SEND, encouraging pupils to interact with each other in an appropriate and acceptable manner.
• To be willing to support playground/break time supervision e.g., educational games, lunchtime support etc.

If you are interested in this position and would like to arrange a visit then please telephone to make an appointment. Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To receive an application pack or to arrange a visit please contact us on 01529 421676 or email

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.
All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.
Applicants may be subject to a social media presence check
All Pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education"

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.

Lincolnshire County Council