SEND BSL Teaching Assistant

Boston West Academy, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 7QG

17 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  23 February 2026

• Closing date

  2 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  16 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,796.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE) NJC Grade 3, Points 6–9 (LCC pay scale)

SEND BSL Teaching Assistant job summary

About Boston West Academy

We are a forward‑thinking, innovative primary school with a passion for learning beyond the classroom. Much of our curriculum is taught outdoors in our inspirational, award‑winning educational grounds.

At Boston West Academy, strong and positive relationships are the foundation of everything we do. We enjoy working together for success in a culture of care, optimism and excellence. As part of Anthem Schools Trust, we are proud to be an outward‑facing school that collaborates closely with others, continually striving to provide engaging, hands‑on experiences that make learning exciting for every child.

Role Summary

You will work with children who have special or particular needs, supporting them individually or in groups as directed by the class teacher and/or SENCO. You will help provide a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment, contributing to a range of child‑centred activities that promote development and learning.

When supporting pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), you will be expected to meet the needs stated within the plan under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO, and liaise with teachers, the SENCO, parents/carers and appropriate external agencies.

Main ResponsibilitiesSchool‑Related Duties

• Follow all school policies, procedures and legislation, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• Assist with planning and preparing activities, including supporting initiatives such as phonics.
• Help prepare and organise the classroom environment.
• Monitor children’s needs and report these to the appropriate person.
• Maintain records as required by the school.

Child‑Related Duties

• Promote children’s physical, emotional, educational and social development.
• Foster independence, confidence and self‑esteem; observe and record progress.
• Support pupils with SEND needs, including those with EHCPs.
• Carry out reasonable daily personal care and hygiene tasks and administer basic first aid.
• Assist with the movement of children around the school.

Additional Role Information

• Supervision: No direct line management, though you may occasionally demonstrate tasks or guide trainees or colleagues.
• Creativity: Required when helping plan engaging learning activities.
• Relationships: Regular contact with pupils, staff, parents/carers and external professionals.
• Work Environment:
  • Conflicting priorities linked to curriculum and care needs
  • Physical demands, including child‑height furniture
  • Possible hygiene duties and occasional challenging behaviour
  Knowledge & Skills
  • Effective communication with children and adults
  • Ability to empathise and work well as part of a team
  • GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) desirable
  • British Sign Language Level 3 desirable, or willingness to complete training before starting the role
  Salary & Working Pattern
  • Grade: NJC Grade 3, Points 6-9 (LCC pay scale)
  • Salary: £24,796 - £25,989 FTE
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  What We Can Offer You
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • A committed, enthusiastic and positive staff team
  • A flexible, exciting and hands‑on curriculum with learning beyond the classroom at its heart
  • A modern, well‑resourced building and exceptional outdoor learning environment
  • Friendly, talented and well‑behaved children
  • Supportive parents/carers and a committed Academy Community Council

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks which will, where applicable, include a health check, a DBS check with children’s barred list and satisfactory references. Our schools are part of Anthem Schools Trust, which is a charity and a company limited by guaranteed. Registered in England & Wales. Company No. 7468210.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Boston West Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 415 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Boston West Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/boston-west-academy

Boston West Academy is a successful, happy and inclusive 4 -11 primary school in Boston, South Lincolnshire. Having been judged as outstanding by Ofsted in 2016, we are proud of what we have achieved over the past few years.  We are committed to developing our pupils both individually and as team players, able to work collaboratively in their learning. Our high expectations and high-quality teaching allow our children to achieve and become inquisitive, motivated and passionate lifelong learners.

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