Specialist Learning Support Assistants; TA

Specialist Learning Support Assistants (TA3)

Contract: Permanent

Pay: Grade D, Points 7-11 on the NJC Pay Scale (pro rata: £20,011- £21,329 per annum)

Hours: 32.5 hours per week (Term Time + 5 days)

Closing date: 8 December 2025, 12.00pm

Posts: Available to join the central team at Mereside Primary Academy and across FCAT schools

Start Date: ASAP

To develop our specialist support for children in class or with an education, health and care plan (EHCP) in our schools, we have created a team of Learning Support Assistants to work in our primary and secondary schools. There are around 20 colleagues currently working in this team. If you are already qualified at Level 3 or looking to develop your career further through a Level 3 TA apprenticeship, this is a great opportunity for you!

You will work in school to provide specialist support to children with an education, health and care plan across a range of needs, including working to support students’ emotional regulation and mental health and delivering specialist interventions.

We are looking for colleagues who are passionate about supporting learning and building positive relationships with children with a range of needs and have or are looking to develop the specialist qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities and experience to do so.

As part of this team, you will be initially and predominantly based in one school to support children, however there will be opportunities to work across schools or with different children. The team provides a clear network for support, growth and development and works closely with class teachers, the SENCo and the trust’s SEND Director. Working as a TA in school means you can support children to learn and develop;

it also provides excellent career opportunities in Teaching Assistant roles and experience to apply for teacher training opportunities across the Trust.

• Ongoing CPD including New – Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset
• 25% discount for FCAT in‑house Breakfast and After School Club provision
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – employer contributions above 16%
• Modern school building with excellent facilities for learners and colleagues
• 24/7 access to free health support services via Smart clinic
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Blackpool Council travel discount
• Free eye tests
• Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter

To apply for this post please visit our website and complete the online application form and equal opportunities form at .

Interview and Assessment day is TBC.

For any questions regarding the vacancy please contact Donna Cross at or Maria Lydon at .

The Fylde Coast Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all. Fylde Coast Academy Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All staff will be carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures designed to emphasize our commitment to safeguarding. All posts, including volunteers, are subject to enhanced DBS clearance.