TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2B

Location

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Langho, Whalley Road, Langho, Blackburn, BB6 8EQ (290 on roll)

Tel: 01254 247157
School website: www.stmaryslangho.co.uk

Summary

Vacancy – Teaching Assistant Level 2

Start Date: 22nd April 2025 or as soon as possible after this date.

Part time, term time only.

Grade 5 SCP 6-11. £25,183 - £27,269 FTE. Actual salary £17,984 - £19,474.

Permanent contract

Closing date: 25th February 2025 at 12 noon

Interview date: 5th March 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 Teaching Assistant to work alongside our hardworking, dedicated team in either our Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 provision.

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.

You will assist in the delivery, evaluation and adaptation of the curriculum. Under the general supervision and direction of the teacher you will:

Implement learning activities for individuals and groups

Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher

Establish supportive and constructive relationships with pupils

The role will include daily lunchtime supervision of pupils, first aid, gate and playground duties

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 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 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

The closing date is 12 noon 25/02/2025

Desirable Qualifications

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

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

First Aid/Paediatric First Aid Certificate

Essential Experience

Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age

Desirable Experience

Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment

Experience of Administrative work

Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact Ashley Townsend in the school office on 01254 247157

Proposed Interview Date:

05/03/2025 

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.

 

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.