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1-to-1 SEND Teaching Assistant

St Stephen's CofE School, PRESTON, Lancashire, PR1 8JN

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• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  4 December 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  14 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time, part time: The position is suitable for full-time or part-time applicants (minimum 3 days per week).
• Contract type: Fixed term - until July 2026
• Pay scale: TA2b (Grade 5)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint a patient, kind and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil in Early Years with additional needs. The role may also involve deployment to support pupils in KS1 or KS2.

First and foremost, we are seeking somebody who is able to support children with patience and love. We want somebody who is able to offer consistent, personalised support. Previous experience working with children with special education needs (SEN) is essential.

We are seeking a positive, cheerful, kind individual who is:

⭐ Experienced in supporting pupils with SEN
⭐ Compassionate, patient, and committed to supporting children who face barriers to learning
⭐ A great communicator and team player, with a positive and proactive approach
⭐ Passionate about inclusion and the power of education to transform lives
⭐ Flexible, adaptable, and ready to take on new challenges with enthusiasm

What the school offers its staff

St Stephen’s is a warm, welcoming, and ambitious school where everyone is valued, cared for, and encouraged to learn and grow. We are a happy team and love our work.

We are intentional about culture, ensuring that we do all we can to enable our staff to flourish as professionals. Our organisational principles guide everything we do as a staff team:

• We value everyone – Every voice matters, and the achievements of all are celebrated.
• We care deeply – We insist on the highest standards while showing compassion for the children and families we serve.
• We learn – We embrace change and actively seek opportunities for growth.
• We have integrity – We are honest, ethical, and accountable.
• We are a family – We support, encourage, and lift each other up.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Working closely with the SENCO, teachers, and external professionals, the 1-to-1 SEND Teaching Assistant will:

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with additional needs, helping them to access learning in a way that meets their individual requirements
• Work under the guidance of the SENCO and class teacher
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
• Support pupils with their social, emotional, and mental health needs
• Work well with parents, carers, and external professionals
• Play an active role in our school community

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About St Stephen's CofE School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 347 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Stephen's CofE School website
• Email address: head@st-stephens.lancs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01772 556306
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-stephen-s-cofe-school

St Stephen's Church of England Primary School is an exceptionally happy school in the heart of Preston. The school provides primary education, serving families in Preston city centre and the surrounding area. Located in an expansive setting in Broadgate, the school is just a short walk from Avenham and Miller Parks, Preston Railway Station, Winckley Square, and the River Ribble. The school is delighted to admit 45 children each year. St Stephen's is also home to St Stephen's Preschool – a popular, well-resourced Early Years setting for children from 3 to 4 years old.

Arranging a visit to St Stephen's CofE School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email head@st-stephens.lancs.sch.uk.

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