KS2 HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT AND LEVEL 2B TEACHING ASSISTANT

Location

Poulton-le-fylde St Chad's Church Of England Primary School, Hardhorn Road, Poulton-le-fylde, FY6 7SR (237 on roll)

Tel: 01253 883639
School website: www.poultonstchadsce.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

Governors at Poulton St Chad’s C of E Primary are looking to appoint a permanent Higher Level Teaching Assistant/Teaching Assistant who has the passion and enthusiasm to help children of all abilities reach their full potential and who will support teachers and SLT in continuing to raise standards across school. The postholder will be based in Key Stage 2.

We are looking for a someone who will:

Be supportive of the Christian ethos of this school

Have proven skills in inspiring children and helping to attainment in all subjects.

Establish fair, respectful, highly inclusive and supportive relationships with children so that they can thrive

Effectively communicate and work in partnership with families, carers, colleagues and other professionals.

Have a good sense of humour!

Be professional at all times

Be a hardworking, loyal member of our team who will contribute to making our school even better.

Please have a look at our website and social medis for more information

Closing Date: Tuesday 29th April 2025 (noon)
Shortlisting: Tuesday 29th April 2025
Proposed Lesson Observations: Monday 5h and/or Tuesday 6th May 2025

Proposed Interview Date: Friday 9th May 2025

Proposed hours

HLTA 18hrs (including 1hr staff meeting and 1hour extra-curricular club after school)

TA2B 12hrs (3 mornings including 3 Booster sessions before school)

Term time only + 3 INSET days

Approximate salary will be £19,685.58

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.

Essential Qualifications

Recognised and relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.

NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics / numeracy

Desirable Qualifications

NVQ level 4 qualification or equivalent

Essential Experience

Experience of working within the primary age range

Have a proven track record of delivering high quality lessons and interventions

Be child centred and prepared to put the needs of children of St Chad’s first at all times

Desirable Experience

Experience of working in different school settings

Experience working with children from a range of backgrounds and with a range of behaviours and SEND

Skills in music, PE and/or helping with school social media

Proposed Interview Date:

09/05/2025 

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.