Job Introduction
LANGTOFT PRIMARY SCHOOL
SEND Teaching Assistant
Fixed Term, Part Time
Hours: 25 hours per week (39 weeks per year)
Required asap
Salary: Grade 3 point 6-9 (£24794 - £25989 FTE)
We are looking to appoint an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant who is passionate about pupils’ learning, enjoys being with children, has a positive attitude, and can work as part of a friendly and enthusiastic team.
We are looking for a person who:
- Has recent and relevant experience of working with children with additional needs in the primary age range.
- Will commit to our upholding school values and vision.
- Is flexible and adaptable in the role, you may be working with a whole class, a small group or individual children.
- Has desire and enthusiasm to make a difference for our children with a caring and approachable nature.
- Has high expectations for all pupils.
- Is highly motivated, has strong team working skills and is able to communicate effectively with staff, pupils and parents.
- Is educated to GSCE level standard or equivalent with passes including English and Maths at Grace C or above.
- Is able to follow a structured plan, based on the EHCP, to ensure excellent outcomes for the young person they are working with.
We can offer:
• A happy, vibrant and welcoming school
• Motivated children who are excited about their learning
• A supportive and forward thinking leadership team
• A commitment to professional development for all staff
All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, health and enhanced DBS check.
A job description, person specification and application form can be requested from the school office on 01778 343419 or email enquiries@langtoft.lincs.sch.uk. Visits to the school are welcomed.
Closing date: 9am Friday 9th October 2026
Interviews: w/b 12th October 2026
Langtoft Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff share this commitment.
All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.
All Pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026".
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.
