Down's Syndrome Support Teaching Assistant
- Primary SEN Support
- Lancashire
- Flexible Working
Job description
Down’s Syndrome Support Teaching Assistant – Lytham St Annes
Location: Lytham St Annes, Lancashire
Type: Full-Time
Setting: Primary School
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of children with Down’s Syndrome? We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school team in Lytham St Annes, providing essential 1:1 support to a pupil with Down’s Syndrome.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide consistent 1:1 support tailored to the individual needs of a pupil with Down’s Syndrome
- Assist the class teacher in delivering personalised learning plans and engaging activities
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
- Support the pupil’s social, emotional, and academic development
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals to monitor progress
- Assist with personal care tasks when required, ensuring dignity and comfort
- Encourage participation in classroom routines and wider school life
✅ Requirements:
- Experience working with children with Down’s Syndrome or other special educational needs
- A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to individual needs
- Relevant qualifications or SEN training (desirable but not essential)
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and collaborative school environment
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- The chance to make a real difference in a child’s life
- Competitive pay and benefits
To Apply:
Click apply via this advert or email Stanley.Wilson@teachingpersonnel.com for more information.
Join us in making a difference—one child at a time.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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