apply online icon APPRENTICE TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3

Ref 196521
Number of Posts 1
Grade Apprentice Pay Scale.
Salary Salary is Pro Rota based on 39 weeks; 32 hours per week
Term Part-time.
Perm / FTC Fixed Term Contract.
Required (01/09/2025 to 31st August 2027) .
Hours 32 hours a week.
Closing Date 13/06/2025.
Location
Burscough Village Primary School, Colburne Close, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 4LB (209 on roll)

Tel: 01704 895403
School website: www.burscough.lancsngfl.ac.uk
Summary
Are you ready to kickstart a rewarding career in education and make a lasting impact on young minds? Step into a nurturing primary school environment where you'll be surrounded by a passionate and dedicated team eager to support your growth. This role isn’t just a job—it’s a stepping stone to gain invaluable educational experience and unlock your potential. The future of education starts with you!

Our school values encompass the following key aspects: Achieve, Nurture, Growth-Mindset, Environment, Community, and Pupil Voice. At Burscough Village Primary, we are committed to supporting and inspiring all members of our school community, ensuring they find fulfilment in their roles. We pride ourselves on being a progressive team, eager to adopt new initiatives while enhancing existing excellence.

We’re searching for someone with an eagerness to learn and the flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced classroom environment, supporting a dedicated class teacher. If you bring a warm, caring, and friendly approach and believe you can brighten the lives of young learners, this is your opportunity. Show us your sense of humour, your friendly smile, and your passion for education—apply now and take the first step toward a fulfilling career!

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 9am 13/06/2025
Essential Qualifications
  • Maths and English Grade C/4 or above, any candidates who are over 19, further support will be offered to achieve this, alongside the teaching assistant qualification.
  • Good IT skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all colleagues and parents/carers.

  • Essential Experience
  • Excellent organisation and planning skills
  • An enthusiastic and positive attitude
  • High levels of initiative
  • High standards and expectations
  • Flexibility
  • Skills to cope with a wide range of tasks
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure

  • Desirable Experience
  • Willingness to make a valuable contribution to the vision and Burscough Village Community
  • A good personal attendance record
  • Welcoming and approachable

  • For an informal discussion please contact:
    If you would like an information conversation, please contact Vicki Newsome - School Business Manager. Please book onto one of the school tours. , Tuesday 3rd June at 9:30am or Wednesday 11th June at 4pm – please call the school office to book.
    Proposed Interview Date:
    20/06/2025 
    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.

    Applications and further details are available from/returnable to

    Address: Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: Mrs Vicki Newsome - School Business Manager bursar@burscough-pri.lancs.sch.uk
    Emailed applications accepted. Please no CVs or agencies.
    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

    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.