Job Description

1:1 Support Teaching Assistant - Preschool (Long-Term Opportunity)

• Location: Wyre area
• Start Date: Immediate or September start available
• Hours: Initially approx. 6 hours per week (Mondays & Wednesdays - flexible), increasing to approx. 15 hours per week (12:15pm - 3:15pm)
• Duration: Long-term (minimum 1 year)
• Salary: CompetitiveTA2

A Wyre Primary School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Support Teaching Assistant to work with a preschool child who has additional needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a young child's development within a supportive school environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide consistent 1:1 support tailored to the child's individual needs.
• Support communication and engagement through appropriate strategies.
• Assist with physical and personal care requirements if needed.
• Help the child access learning and participate in preschool activities.
• Work closely with the school team to implement support plans.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the child.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant (TA2 level or equivalent), Nursery practitioner, or Care/support worker with relevant experience is preferred.
• Patient, nurturing, and empathetic approach.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs is desirable.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake training and professional development.

Benefits:

• Access to Lancashire CPD opportunities.
• Opportunity to complete Level 3 Paediatric First Aid training.
• Potential for the role to evolve as the child's needs develop, including possible transition to a specialist setting.

How to apply:

To apply for this 1:1 Support Teaching Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. Initial informal meetings with the Headteacher will be arranged, followed by a meeting involving the child.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a child's early development while working in a supportive and forward-thinking primary school. The school is looking for the right person and values quality over quantity in the recruitment process.