Teaching Assistant In Resource Provision

Lache Primary School, Chester, Cheshire, CH4 8HX

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  2 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  19 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 Hours Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Actual Salary :£21,239.24 - £23,408.29 (FTE – 28,141.25) Grade 6 SCP 11

What skills and experience we're looking for

Lache Primary School

Grade 6 Teaching Assistant with class cover

Actual Salary :£21,239.24 - £23,408.29 (FTE – 28,141.25) Grade 6 SCP 11

32.5 hours per week (term time)

Start date: as soon as possible- Permanent post

We are looking for an experienced practitioner to work as a room lead within our Resource Provision for children aged from Reception to Year 6 with SEMH needs. The successful candidate would be expected to help develop and lead one of the rooms with the support of a qualified teacher and SENDCo

They will be expected to prepare some learning materials based on the National Curriculum, under the guidance of e the provision teacher and to provide bespoke experiences according to the student's needs. They will also be responsible for the children’s physical, social and emotional welfare.

Applications are welcomed and encouraged from experienced practitioners, who wish to develop and enhance the daily experiences and learning of our SEND pupils.

Experience of working with children who have additional needs, SEMH needs or social communication difficulties are essential for the role.

Our school community places the highest priority on keeping our children safe.

Applicants for the post will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes and satisfactory references.

Please complete a Concordia Trust Teaching Assistant Application form.

Closing date for applications – 12pm on Monday 2nd February 2026

Interviews will be held on Thursday 5th February 2026

It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Our school community places the highest priority on keeping our children safe. Applicants for all posts will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes including DBS checks, references and online searches.

The holder of this post will be required to work with children under the age of 18 in a position of trust and is, therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

What the school offers its staff

Teaching Assistant Job Description

Job Summary

Salary: £21,239.24 - £23,408.29 (FTE – 28,141.25) Grade 6 SCP 11

Hours: 32.5 hours per week / 39 weeks, term time only (paperwork and planning time built in)

School: Lache Primary School

Contract Type: Permanent

Reporting to: Head Teacher

Responsible for: Supporting teaching and learning

Role Introduction: Under the supervision of the SENDCO and Class teacher, to provide leadership and oversee the daily operational management of one of the SEMH Support Rooms. Ensuring a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental health needs. The role includes monitoring and reporting pupils' academic progress, as well as their physical, social, and emotional development, to the Class teacher and SENCo. In collaboration with the teaching and support staff, the position aims to ensure tailored educational support that meets the individual needs of each pupil.

Principle Responsibilities:

• To demonstrate best practices while efficiently managing the Support Room’s operations, including its environment, staff, and students, with a focus on raising aspirations and enhancing learning outcomes for all.
• To work with leaders to support teaching and learning strategies in line with the National Curriculum & Early Years Curriculum, as well as providing resources appropriate to the needs of pupils.
• To collaborate with class teachers, SENCO, and Team Leaders to plan and coordinate support that meets the individual needs of pupils.
• To assist with assessment and report to SENCO
• To act upon advice and guidance provided by external providers, such as Speech and Language therapists, Occupational Therapists and Educational Psychologists.
• Support the aims and ethos of the school and the implementation of school policies and procedures.
• Take a proactive approach to safeguarding, child protection, and health and safety matters, ensuring timely reporting to the SENCo through established school systems ● Attend relevant Team meetings, Staff Meetings and Inset as required.

Safeguarding:

Concordia Multi Academy Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of pupils. Successful applicants will be subject to rigorous vetting procedures, including:

• An enhanced DBS check
• Satisfactory references
• Online check

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification

First-aid training, or willingness to complete it

Experience

Minimum of 2-years’ experience

Experience of working with Children with SEND

Experience planning and delivering learning activities

Experience of planning and leading teaching and learning activities (under supervision)

Skills and Knowledge

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Good organisational skills

Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults

Demonstrated success in planning and managing educational provisions for pupils with special educational needs, ensuring high standards and promoting improved achievement.

Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs

Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils

Excellent verbal communication skills

Active listening skills

The ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children

Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning

Understanding of roles and responsibilities within the classroom and whole school context

Personal Qualities

Enjoyment of working with children

Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils

A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils, and promoting the ethos and values of the school

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times

Commitment to safeguarding pupils’ wellbeing and equality

Resilient, positive, forward looking and enthusiastic about making a difference

Capacity to inspire, motivate and challenge children and young people

Please note that this job description is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks, and the post holder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the Headteacher.

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.

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.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Lache Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 183 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Lache Primary School website
• Email address: admin@lache.cheshire.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01244 470380
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lache-primary-school-chester

At Lache Primary School we understand that every child is different and every child is equally important. Everything we do within our school is aimed at providing all of our children with the best opportunities in life to become independent, capable and caring young people who have a thirst for life and the determination to take them forward to achieve their ambitions and to embrace lifelong learning.

At Lache Primary we work closely with our parents / carers and the wider community to ensure the success of our children. Navigate through the class pages and our Facebook pages to see what our amazing children get up to during a day at school. You will see that we have a welcoming, stimulating and calm learning environment, both indoors and out, providing a wealth of space in which to explore, investigate and play within curriculum time and beyond.

A rich variety of extra-curricular and enrichment activities are on offer throughout the year. Participation in competitive sporting events helps children develop resilience and pride, whilst instrumental performances in the local community provide them with opportunities to present their unique skills to the wider world.

Arranging a visit to Lache Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@lache.cheshire.sch.uk.

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