TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A

Ref 189839A
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 4 SCP 4-6 .
Salary £23114 to £ 23893 Pro Rata
Term Full-time.
Perm / FTC Permanent.
Required (ASAP ) .
Hours 31.25 hours a week.
Closing Date 06/05/2024.
Location
Broughton-in-amounderness Church Of England Primary School, Church Lane, Broughton, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 5JB (304 on roll)

Tel: 01772 862788
School website: www.broughton-pri.lancs.sch.uk/
Summary
The headteacher and governors of Broughton-in-Amounderness Church of England School are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 2 teaching assistant to start as soon as possible. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro-rata basis.

The post holders will be required to work alongside teaching staff to provide high quality learning opportunities. The post holders will also be required to provide lunchtime supervision and contribute to the out of school care.

The successful candidate will:

  • be able to work effectively as part of a team
  • have good knowledge of successful learning strategies
  • be warm and nurturing
  • take part in all aspects of school life
  • be willing to support and embrace the Christian ethos of the school

    The school offers:

  • delightful and polite children who are keen to learn
  • hardworking, caring and committed staff
  • supportive parents
  • a unique environment with extensive outdoor space
  • opportunities to develop professionally
  • a proactive Governing Body

    an ethos based firmly on Christian values Visits to the school are encouraged but are not used as part of the appointment process. Please contact the school office on 01772 862788 if you would like to arrange a visit to the school. Applications must be on the Blackburn Diocese application form. Any applications not on this form will not be considered. The accompanying letter must be a maximum of two pages long. Please clearly state the reasons for applying for the post, key stage preferences and curriculum strengths.

    Broughton CE Primary School is committed to the safeguarding of all its pupils. This post will require an enhanced DBS clearance and references will be checked prior to appointment. Applications should be emailed to info@broughtonprimary.co.uk or posted to the school by 12pm on Friday 15th March 2024.  The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice.

    You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application. Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

    Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

    Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached. Please note that this vacancy closes at 12 Noon on 15/03/2024

    • Essential Qualifications
  • NVQ level 2 or above qualification
  • Mathematics or English GCSE or equivalent at Grade 4/C or above

    • Desirable Qualifications

    Level 2 teaching assistant qualification

    Paediatric First Aid Certificate

    Essential Experience
  • NA

    • Desirable Experience
  • Experience of working with children in a school setting

    • For an informal discussion please contact:
    Please contact the headteacher by ringing the main office
    Proposed Interview Date:
    13/05/2024 
    Equal Opportunities statement
    An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
    Rehabilitation
    Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

    Additional Info

    Applications and further details are available from/returnable to

    Address: Applicants should obtain an application form through the LCC teacher vacancies website or contact the school office via email (info@broughtonprimary.co.uk) for an application pack. . Completed applications should be addressed to Mr Oliver McPhail (Headteacher) and returned to the school via the email address info@broughtonprimary.co.uk
    Positive about Disabled People 

    The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

    Disability Confident employer Lancashire County Council

    Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

    We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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