TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A

Location

St James' Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale, Ashurst Road, Ashurst, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 6TN (231 on roll)

Tel: 01695 728989
School website: www.st-james-pri.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

Vacancy - Teaching Assistant Level 2A  Grade4 Required ASAP - fixed term until 31/03/2026 (possibility to become permanent) The Governors of St James’ Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a warm, energetic, enthusiastic, hardworking, professional and highly motivated Teaching Assistant. The post is a fixed term contract of 15 hours per week.

The successful candidate will be able to:

Use their initiative

Be proactive, positive and a team player

Plan and deliver specific intervention programmes.

Planning and cover whole classes for two afternoons per week

Have some experience of working in KS1 and KS2 classes supporting the teacher.

Be competent with records keeping/observations and assessments<

Excellent communication skills.

What we can offer:-

A happy inclusive family orientated working environment

Up to date CPD to enhance your practice and personal knowledge

Supportive Leadership and management

Work-life balance

The post holder would be expected to be a cheerful, positive role model to the students and adhere to school policies and procedures. If you would like to apply for the post please complete the CES support staff application form, a copy of which is available from the school office or online and return to Mrs Blacoe by Monday 26th September 2022. Interviews will take place on Friday 25/04/2025

St James’ Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is part time term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis. For an informal discussion please contact  the Headteacher at school. Visits to school are warmly welcomed.

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.

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 CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Please note that this vacancy closes at Noon on 22/04/2025

Essential Qualifications

Level 2 Qualified

Desirable Qualifications

Any additional qualifications will be recognised

Essential Experience

Working in a school setting

Desirable Experience

Experience of delivering interventions with groups & individuals. Experience of delivering nurture provision

For an informal discussion please contact:

Visits to school are welcome - please contact the office on 01695 728989

Proposed Interview Date:

25/04/2025 

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.