EYFS/KS1 TEACHING ASSISTANT 2B

Location

Clayton-le-woods Westwood Primary School, Westwood Road, Clayton-le-woods, Chorley, PR5 8LS (162 on roll)

Tel: 01772 628051
School website: westwoodprimaryschool.co.uk

Summary

Westwood Primary School is excited to offer an opportunity for a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant 2B to join our welcoming and dynamic team.

We are proud of our calm, purposeful atmosphere, which supports both students and staff in achieving their full potential. Our core values—courage, creativity, curiosity, respect, resilience, and resourcefulness—shape everything we do, from curriculum design to daily interactions.

About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant 2B, you will:

Support class teachers and pupils in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key stage 1 (Year 1 and 2).

Play a key role in delivering high-quality classroom support.

Contribute meaningfully to raising standards across the school.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

Has a proven ability to inspire and motivate children across all subjects.

Builds inclusive, respectful, and nurturing relationships with pupils.

Works in strong partnership with families, colleagues, and external professionals.

Maintains a high level of professionalism at all times.

Is a dedicated team player.

Contract Details:

Hours: 28.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Weeks Worked: 39 weeks (term time only – pro rata)

Salary: Please note, the salary quoted is full-time equivalent.

Come and Meet Us!

We warmly welcome visits to our school. To arrange a visit or to have an informal chat, please contact the school office at:
📞 01772 628 050

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.

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.

Essential Qualifications

NVQ level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)

Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy

Essential Experience

Experience of working as a Teaching Assistant within the Primary age range

Ability to work with and communicate clearly with children. 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Sophie Bradey

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.