TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A

Location

Barnoldswick Coates Lane Primary School, Kirkstall Drive, Barnoldswick, BB18 6EZ (191 on roll)

Tel: 01282 812203
School website: www.coateslane.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

The Governing Body are seeking to appoint Level 2 Teaching Assistant to come and be part of our amazing team at Coates Lane Primary School.  We are a thriving school, set in the beautiful town of Barnoldswick with amazing outdoor areas.  This position is permanent for 28.75 hours a week, 8.45 am - 3.30 pm.  We would also like you to carry out Welfare Assistant duties over lunchtime giving you half an hour for lunch.  This will be paid at Foundation Living Wage and be 2.5 hours a week.

The successful candidate will be required to:

have experience of working with children in the classroom setting

have high expectations of children's behaviour and attainment

have a solid understanding of the principles of child development

be committed to our positive, inclusive and creative ethos

have energy and positivity

have the ability to form good relationships with our children, parents and colleagues

In return we can offer you:

a positive, caring ethos

happy children who love to play, are well behaved and keen to learn

a dedicated staff team who are supportive and committed to making sure every child reaches their true potential

a welcoming, bright and stimulating working environment

Applications must be made using the application form attached only, please note that we do not accept CV's.  Please return completed application forms to bursar@coateslane.lancs.sch.uk

Closing date is 12 noon on Friday 30 August 2024
Shortlisting is on Monday 2 September 2024
Interview will take place on Wednesday 11 September 2024

Coates Lane Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application. 

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 qualification relevant to working with children in school

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

Proposed Interview Date:

11/09/2024 

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.