LAC Support TA - Tuebrook

Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support for a Looked After Child

Location: Tuebrook (L13)

Contract Type: Full-time

Start Date: November 2025

Pay Range: £13.75 - £14.50 / hour.

About the Role:

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and resilient Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Looked After Child within our inclusive and nurturing school environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s life, helping them to thrive both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to a Looked After Child, promoting engagement and progress across the curriculum.
• Build a trusting and consistent relationship to support emotional wellbeing and social development.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external agencies to implement personalised learning strategies.
• Monitor progress and contribute to regular reviews and reports.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with children with additional needs, trauma-informed practice, or LAC.
• Is patient, empathetic, and able to build strong, supportive relationships.
• Can work collaboratively with staff and professionals to meet the child’s needs.
• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or above) – desirable but not essential.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and forward-thinking school community.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Opportunities to make a real impact in a child’s life.
• Access to wellbeing support and resources.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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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