Teaching Assistant for SEND

Fixed term starting Monday 3rd November 2025 until August 31st 2026 due to work 1-1 with a child with SEN needs 

The Governors of Victoria Infant and Nursery School in Barrow in Furness are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, friendly and caring teaching assistant, who is highly motivated and passionate about supporting children with SEND and helping to take them forwards with their learning.

PCD 5 £25,183, per annum pro rata, term time only, 30 hours per week:  8.45am-3.15pm

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children, and this appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check

  The successful candidate will:
•    have an excellent track record of time keeping and attendance so that you are here to support the children in school with the greatest needs. 
•    have essential qualifications: A minimum of a relevant QCF recognised Level 2 qualification, and preferably Level 3.
•    have a passion for supporting the learning and development of all of our children, especially those with SEND, including autism and language needs
•    have a proven track record of supporting learning using IEP’s and working towards EHCP targets
•    be able to evidence that you have worked with teaching staff and the SENCO on IEP’s to support learning
•    in conjunction with the SENCO, assist with the development of social skills and appropriate behaviour of pupils
•    have positive behaviour management skills
•    build strong positive relationships with everyone in school
•    work closely with the class teachers to ensure continuity of learning and assessment
•    be able to work independently using own initiative
•    be able to organise and lead activities with individuals and groups of children
•    be able to promote an inclusive whole school ethos
•    be committed to raising standards and achieving the best for the children in their care
•    be self-motivated, positive, resourceful, reliable and creative
•    be flexible and able to adjust to the needs of the children and the school

Information about the school
Victoria Infant and Nursery School has 212 pupils.

The school is very popular and viewed by staff as a great place to work, with many opportunities to develop and to help others reach their goals.

We have excellent staff, supportive parents, and well-motivated pupils, skilled governors and a strong sense of purpose based on our vision: 

‘To create a warm, caring and stimulating environment in which all children are happy, healthy, valued and respected. Together we aim to inspire all children to be the best they can be.’

Application packs are available from secretary@vicinf.co.uk and should be returned to school by post or via e-mail, marked ‘Private and Confidential’. Tel: 01229 812537

Victoria Infant and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The school strictly adheres to safer recruiting policies and procedures. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory enhanced checks being sought from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and appropriate pre-employment checks, including online checks.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to make a self-declaration about their suitability to work with children.

Closing date for applications is Friday 19th September 2025 at 12pm.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 25th September 2025 during the afternoon.