apply online icon TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2

Ref 197143
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 4 SCP 4-6.
Salary £24404 to £ 25183 
Term Part-time.
Perm / FTC Permanent.
Required (01/09/2025 ) .
Hours 25 hours a week.
Closing Date 16/07/2025.
Location
Stanah Primary School, Lambs Road, Thornton, Lancashire, FY5 5JR (368 on roll)

Tel: 01253 825225
School website: www.stanah.co.uk
Summary
Are you a hard-working, dedicated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting children's learning and development?

Stanah Primary School is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant Key Stage 2 team. You will work closely with teachers and provide high-quality classroom support, helping children thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

What we are looking for:
• A positive and proactive attitude
• Experience working with children
• A genuine interest in helping children succeed
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility and a willingness to learn

Your Role Will Include:
• Supporting pupils in class with their learning
• Assisting the teacher with planning and preparation
• Delivering small group interventions
• Promoting positive behaviour and inclusion
• Helping to create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment

What We Offer:
• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Opportunities for professional development
• A chance to make a real difference in children’s lives
• A beautiful school setting with enthusiastic learners
Essential Qualifications
NVQ Level 2 or above qualification, relevant to the post
Grade C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)
Desirable Experience
Experience working in a classroom environment
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: The Headteacher c/o the School. Email bursar@stanah.lancs.sch.uk. Return forms to the Headteacher at the School
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.