At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with complex needs and disabilities in a friendly school environment.
- Company: St Christopher's School, part of the Lincoln Saints Federation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing the best education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people or a willingness to learn and adapt.
The predicted salary is between 31981 - 39087 £ per year.
Role: Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEND)Start date: 1st November 2026Contract type: Permanent
Grade: 3 SCP 6Salary: £24,796 pro rata (actual salary £21,267)Hours: 32.5Weeks: Term time only plus 1 week
Site: St Christopher’s School Application Closing date: Friday 11th September 2026Interviews: Thursday 24th September 2026Would you like a new challenge in outstanding friendly and supportive special schools committed to teamwork?This is an exciting and unique opportunity to be part of a committed and dynamic team, focused on providing the very best education within our community.
The Lincoln Saints Federation cater for students and pupils between the ages of 2-19 with a range of needs.
We are looking for teaching assistants to work with students with a range of complex needs and disabilities, including physical and medical needs at our St Christopher’s School.
We are looking for candidates who have
- Experience of working in a similar role or willingness to learn and develop skills.
- Experience of working with young people with anxiety/mental health needs.
- Experience of complex and challenging behaviours
- Experience of profound and multiple learning difficulties.
- Experience of using sensory strategies.
- Experience in the adult day care sector.
- Training for moving & handling or willingness to learn.
- Training for administration of medication or willingness to learn.
- A drive to ensure children receive the appropriate support to achieve their potential.
- The ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Resilience and patience.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- A willingness to ‘go the extra mile’.
In return, we will provide
- Amazing pupils.
- An extremely strong and supportive team of colleagues.
- Professional development with opportunities to develop strengths and skills.
- An excellent atmosphere and work environment.
Visits to school are positively encouraged, please contact our Senior HR Administrator, Sue Turner -susan. turner@lincolnsaints. com.
Please note that if you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date then you have not been successful on this occasion, but we thank you for your application.
The Lincoln Saints Federation is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.
We expect all staff to share this commitment.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical, online and social media, prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references and suitability to work with children.
All pre-employment checks are in line with “Keeping Children Safe in Education”.
Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks which are in place across the Federation.
Fluency Duty In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews.
When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
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Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEND) - St Christopher's School in Lincoln employer: Lincoln
At Lincolnshire County Council, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for our Community Care Officers. Our commitment to professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a strong team culture ensures that you will not only make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities but also grow personally and professionally in your career. Join us in South Lincolnshire, where your contributions are valued, and together we can create positive change in our community.
