TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A

Location

Little Hoole Primary School, Dob Lane, Walmer Bridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 5QL (190 on roll)

Tel: 01772 613026
School website: www.little-hoole.lancsngfl.ac.uk

Summary

We are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and hardworking team at Little Hoole Primary School. This role will primarily involve working with children in Reception and/or Key Stage 1.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a welcoming and supportive school community where we are committed to enabling all to ‘Believe, Grow & Achieve.’

Key Responsibilities:

Support the teaching and learning of individuals and small groups, primarily in Reception and/or Key Stage 1

Work closely with class teachers to deliver high-quality support in the classroom

Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment

Assist in the preparation of resources and classroom activities

Supervise lunchtimes

We are looking for someone who:

Has a genuine passion for working with our fantastic children

Demonstrates flexibility, patience, resilience and a positive attitude

Has good communication and teamwork skills

Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or has experience in a similar role

In return, we offer:

A supportive and welcoming team of staff and governors

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

A happy school environment where children are enthusiastic and motivated to learn

Please note - The position is a permanent 5-hour minimum contract, although we expect the hours of work for the 2025-26 academic year to be 22.5 hours, between 8:45am - 1:15pm Monday to Friday. This is a term time only contract, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro-rata basis. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates are encouraged to visit the school prior to applying. Previous applicants are welcome to re-apply. We ask that all applicants carefully consider their attention to detail in completing the application form. 

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 midday on 11/06/2025.

Essential Qualifications

Appropriate and relevant Teaching Assistant qualification

Desirable Qualifications

Please see the Job Description/Person Specification for more information.

Essential Experience

Successful experience of supporting children in EYFS / KS1

Experience of working as part of a team

High expectations for children and staff

Proven quality ability

Desirable Experience

Please see the Job Description/Person Specification for more information.

For an informal discussion please contact:

Visits/phone calls to the school are encouraged. Please contact Mrs. Turner our School Bursar to make arrangements. , To find out more about our school, please visit www.littlehoole.lancs.sch.uk

Proposed Interview Date:

24/06/2025 

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.

 

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.