1 to 1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Introducing ourselves: Ursuline Catholic Primary School is a large 2 form entry primary school with 410 pupils currently on roll, situated in Blundellsands. www.ursulineprimary.co.uk

Job requirements:

A wonderful opportunity has arisen for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join the enthusiastic and dedicated team at Ursuline Catholic Primary School.

The Governors and Headteacher warmly invite applications for the post of  1:1 Teaching Assistant, working closely with a child with additional needs. The successful candidate will be required to start as soon as possible.

We are seeking to appoint someone who is energetic, talented and ambitious, with the ability to inspire, challenge, motivate and support children in their learning and development.

The successful candidate may have experience of working with children with a range of significant and complex needs, including trauma, emotional and behavioural needs, and additional learning needs. Experience of supporting children on a 1:1 basis would be advantageous.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is enthusiastic and committed to making a difference
• Is an excellent teaching assistant with a proven SEND record
• Understands the needs of young children
• Has an interest and experience of suporting  children with additional needs
• Believes that you can make a difference to the outcomes for children
• Is able to inspire and motivate
• Has high expectations of learning, behaviour and care for all children.
• Enjoys supporting children’s learning and demonstrates the ability to help maintain a stimulating learning environment for children and a determination to make learning fun and relevant
• Has excellent communication skills at all levels, is a team player and has a desire to raise standards
• Is committed to the whole school community and is prepared to be actively involved in the wider aspects of school life

We can offer you:

• highly committed, talented enthusiastic and professional staff
• children who are eager to learn
• a commitment to continuous professional development
• a committed and supportive Governing Body
• a happy and growing school

Applicants should demonstrate an understanding of how to support children with social and communication, and sensory needs. 

Closing date  Thursday 15th October 2026

Shortlisting   Friday 16th October 2026

Interviews  Monday 19th October

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Due to the nature of work this post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We welcome all applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.