TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3

Location

Brindle St James' Church Of England Primary School, Water Street, Brindle, Chorley, PR6 8NH (69 on roll)

Tel: 01254 852379
School website: www.brindle-st-james.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

What skills and experience we are looking for

Due to the retirement of a long-standing staff member, we are recruiting for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work in a mixed-age class consisting of pre-school, reception, and year 1 pupils. Brindle is a rural school located close to Clayton-Le-Woods, Hoghton, Bamber Bridge and Whittle-Le-Woods. We are only 10 minutes away from the M61.

This position is part of a job share with another Teaching Assistant 3 who is supportive and experienced.

You would be required to work:

Thursday 8:40am until 3:30pm with 20 minutes for lunch.

Friday 8:40am until 3:30pm with 20 minutes for lunch.

Total 13 hours each week term time only.

We are looking for someone with:

Experience of working with EYFS and/or KS1 pupils.

A good work ethic – hardworking, proactive, and enthusiastic.

A clear understanding of childhood development.

A Level 3 Early Years Qualification as per the DfE's requirements for working with preschool.

A Level 2 or above English qualification and a Mathematics qualification.

What the school offers its staff

At Brindle St James' CE Primary School, we are proud to offer a supportive and enriching environment for our staff, including:

An enthusiastic and highly motivated team.

A headteacher who genuinely cares about the wellbeing of the staff.

Regular supervision led by school and bi-annual supervision led by a qualified clinical supervisor.

A small village school with well-behaved children and parents who are committed to supporting their children and school.

A workplace where everyone is treated with respect and valued.

Frequent ongoing continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.

If you are a passionate and dedicated individual looking to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application by the closing date of 30th April 2025. To meet the team and view the school or for any questions, please contact Tracy Austin, Headteacher, t.austin@brindle-st-james.lancs.sch.uk 

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.

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.