TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2B & LUNCHTIME WELFARE

Location

Trinity Church Of England/methodist Primary School, Unity Place, Buckshaw Village, Chorley, PR7 7HZ (628 on roll)

Summary

We are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to support children's learning within our school. We are seeking someone who is knowledgeable, hardworking, enthusiastic and caring. You will enjoy ensuring high standards of support across the whole curriculum and be supportive of the distinctive Christian ethos of a church school.

Trinity Church of England/Methodist Primary School opened in September 2010 and became a 3FE school over two sites in September 2017. As you can see, we need a team player who must also have the ability to communicate well and build positive relationships with all in the school community.

TA2B - 27.5 hours per week on a variable contract with a minimum of 16 hours guaranteed. 

Welfare - 2.5 hours per week (Foundation Living Wage).

This position is part time, term time + 5 inset days (TA2B). The salary quoted is full time equivalent of the TA2B role. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.

This vacancy is closing at 12 noon on 10th May 24.

Please note - The 16 minimum hours guaranteed is noted in case of future budgetary requirements. Currently all of our TA's work the advertised hours of 27.5. Additionally, hours may also be available in our wonderful wrap around care facility, School's Out at Trinity.

The closing date is 12 noon on 10/05/2024.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

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.

Essential Qualifications

NVQ Level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)

Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy

Desirable Qualifications

Paediatric First Aid/First Aid certificate

Essential Experience

Experience of working in a classroom environment

Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour/SEN Knowledge of the curriculum

Proposed Interview Date:

17/05/2024 

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.

 

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.