apply online icon TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A (TEMPORARY FOR 1 YEAR)

Ref 196542
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 4 SCP 4-6.
Salary £24404 to £ 25183 Pro-Rata
Term Full-time.
Perm / FTC Fixed Term Contract.
Required (Septemebr 2025 to July 2026) .
Hours 30 hours hours a week.
Closing Date 13/06/2025.
Location
Water Primary School, Burnley Road East, Water, Rossendale, BB4 9PX (115 on roll)

Tel: 01706 216414
School website: www.water.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
We are seeking a passionate and resilient individual who is dedicated to working with children.

The successful candidate will:


  • Be an excellent team player who understands the demands, and joys, of working within a primary setting.
  • Have high expectations for pupil learning, behaviour, and attainment.
  • Possess excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • Be able to work using their own initiative, enhancing the learning opportunities for pupils.
  • Be punctual, reliable, and hardworking.
  • Support pupils with SEND.
  • Assist and support the effective management of behaviour.
  • Communicate clearly and to a high standard both verbally and in writing, while also having the ability to build good relationships with children, parents, staff, and the wider community.

    At Water Primary School, we believe in fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for both our students and staff.

    We offer:

  • Wonderful children who will make you smile daily.
  • A supportive team committed to collaboration and growth.
  • Opportunities for professional development to enhance your career and skills.
  • The chance to be part of a thriving school community that values inclusivity and holistic education.

    We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you into our vibrant learning community!

    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.

    • Proposed Interview Date:
    27/06/2025 
    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: The Headteacher c/o the School. Application Forms to be returned to . enquiries@water.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

    For partnership or multi-agency opportunities LCC conditions of service may not apply. Please check before completing your application form.

    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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