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Ref 194494
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 6, SCP 11-19.
Salary £27269 to £ 31067 Pro Rata
Term Part-time.
Perm / FTC Permanent.
Required (06/01/2025 ) .
Hours 31.25 hours a week.
Closing Date 02/01/2025.
Location
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Langho, Whalley Road, Langho, Blackburn, BB6 8EQ (299 on roll)

Tel: 01254 247157
School website: www.stmaryslangho.co.uk
Summary
Vacancy – EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 3

  • Start Date: 6th January 2025 or as soon as possible after this date.
  • Part time, term time only + 1 week.
  • Grade 6 SCP 11-19. £27,269 - £31,067 FTE. Actual salary £19,986 - £22,770.
  • Permanent contract
  • Closing date: 2nd January 2025
  • Interview date: 10th January 2025
  • 8.45am – 3.30pm Monday to Friday. 31.25 hours per week with ˝ hour unpaid lunch.

    The Headteacher and Governors of St Mary’s RC Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and talented Early Years Practitioner to work alongside our hardworking, dedicated team in our outstanding Early Years provision for children aged 2-5.

    St Mary’s Langho is a happy thriving school set within the beautiful area of Langho and the Ribble Valley. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed teaching assistant to join our happy and dynamic staff team

    We are looking for an Early Years Practitioner who:

  • is an experienced, outstanding Early Years Practitioner
  • will lead and plan for Pre-School children in line with EYFS unit planning
  • prioritises children’s learning and welfare, forging strong relationships with parents and our wider school family
  • is an inspirational and motivational Early Years Practitioner who believes in our vision and is committed to raising standards, while making learning fun and creative for all
  • is a committed team player, demonstrating flexibility, resilience, co-operation and a willingness to take an active role in school life both inside and outside of the classroom
  • is a reflective Early Years Practitioner who is open to new ideas
  • has a cheerful disposition and a good sense of humour

    We can offer you:

  • happy, motivated children
  • Supportive colleagues
  • an exciting curriculum
  • a range of professional development opportunities
  • a wonderful, welcoming community

    We require a person who can work effectively within a team and can demonstrate professionalism and a commitment to school improvement and high standards in a family environment.

    Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, 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.

    • Essential Qualifications

    NVQ level 3 or above qualification (or equivalent)

    Desirable Qualifications

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

    First Aid Certificate


    Essential Experience

    Experience of working with children

    Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment

    Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour

    Desirable Experience

    Experience of Administrative work

    For an informal discussion please contact:
    Please contact the school and speak with Mrs Ashley Townsend.
    Proposed Interview Date:
    10/01/2025 
    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: Application Forms to be returned to Mrs Ashley Townsend at bursar@st-marys-langho.lancs.sch.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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