SEND Teaching Partner

SEND Teaching Partner – vacancy
Grade – NJC grade 5 £18,768 to £19,700 (FTE £28,142 to £30,024)
Hours – 28.75 hours per week (M-F, 8.30am-3.15pm)
Contract – Fixed term during child’s time on roll: roll linked to funding

Start date – 1 st September 2026

Lakeside Primary School is a large and busy primary school in Up Hatherley. The newly created post
of full time SEND Teaching Partner will predominantly support a child joining Reception in autumn,
2026. The role is fixed term because it is linked to funding, though it is anticipated the pupil will
remain at Lakeside through to the end of key stage 2.

At Lakeside Primary School, we are proud to be a warm, inclusive community where every child is
valued, supported, and inspired to achieve their very best. We believe in removing barriers to
learning, celebrating individuality, and working in partnership with families and specialists to ensure
every child can thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Impact You'll Make
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Partner to predominantly provide
1:1 support for a bright, determined child with a physical condition. In additional to general SEND
support, the role will be pivotal in helping them access the curriculum, participate fully in school life,
and develop independence and confidence. You will be a trusted ally, motivator, and
advocate—helping them achieve their personal goals and enjoy every moment of their school
journey.

The school is an inspiring, rewarding and happy place – a true slice of society - with children and
families who really give back when you put in.

What You'll Do
 Provide general SEND support in classes, small groups and with individual pupils
 Provide tailored 1:1 support in lessons, adapting activities to meet a child’s physical and learning needs.
 Assist with mobility, positioning, and the safe use of specialist equipment (e.g., standing frames, adapted seating).
 Support with personal care routines in a respectful and dignified way.
 Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals such as the advisory teaching service, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
 Encourage social interaction and inclusion with peers during lessons and playtimes.
 Monitor progress and contribute to My Plan reviews.
What You'll Bring
 Experience with SEND provision

 Experience supporting children with physical disabilities or complex needs (in education, care, or community settings).
 A patient, empathetic, and encouraging approach, with the ability to build trust and rapport.
 Understanding of inclusive education and differentiated learning strategies.
 Willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g., manual handling, personal care, medical awareness).
 Strong communication skills to work effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals.
Why You'll Love Being Part of Lakeside
 A friendly, supportive school community where your work has a visible, lasting impact.
 Support from an experienced and empathetic SENCo.
 Ongoing professional development, including SEN-specific training and mentoring.
 Access to wellbeing resources including access to counselling, therapies and a private GP service.
 A collaborative staff network.
 The joy of seeing a child grow in confidence, independence, and happiness because of your support.
What you need to do now
Tours of school are available, please see details on the right of this advert.

Please note we do not accept CVs, application will only be considered if received on our standard application form. 

To view the full Job Description, Person Specification and details for applying please click on Apply Now. Please note that applications will only be accepted on the school’s own application form and CVs will not be accepted.

This vacancy may be withdrawn without notice.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). 
This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.  Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement of the role.
We will carry out an online search about you for information that is publicly available online. This will include social media accounts you may hold. This will only be carried out on shortlisted candidates and before interview. This processing of data will be conducted under the legal basis of Article 6(e) public task in line with the guidance laid out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024. Any data collected during this search will be retained in line with our retention schedule which is available on request.
Lakeside Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS, prohibition check, qualifications (where applicable), medical fitness, identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references which will be sought prior to interview. Lakeside Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.

Please find a link to our safeguarding policy which we encourage you to read prior to applying to join our team:
Lakeside Primary School - Safeguarding (lakesidechelt.co.uk)