apply online icon TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2B

Ref 197350
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 5.
Salary £25183 to £ 27269 - £16,981is actual pro rata salary
Term Part-time.
Perm / FTC Fixed Term Contract.
Required (asap ) .
Hours 28.75 hours a week.
Closing Date 01/09/2025.
Location
Hillside Specialist School And College, Ribchester Road, Longridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 3XB (115 on roll)

Tel: 01772 782205
School website: www.hillside.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
Hillside is a Special School & College for children and young adults with autism. Presently we have 117 students ranging from age 4 to 18 years. We encourage a happy and professional culture and seek highly energetic and motivated staff who embrace challenge. We believe in the uniqueness of every student and offer a personalised approach to teaching.  

Due to a maternity absence we are looking for a temporary Teaching Assistant Level 2b to start as soon as possible and it is anticipated will be required up to June 2026 when the postholder returns.

More Information about our school and requirements of new staff applicants can be found on our website at www.hillside.lancs.sch.uk. 

The working pattern is 09:00 to 15:15 Monday to Friday.
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.  

What you can expect from us:
  • The chance to work with our wonderful individual children and young adults. 

  • Annual programme of in-house training to help cement your knowledge. NB. all Hillside support have the advantage of 5 paid training days each academic year. 

  • Free membership to the School's Education Mutual health and wellbeing services which includes Wellbeing clinics, Nurse support services, GP  consultations, Counselling and physio programmes. 

  • To work alongside staff whose professional support is sought by Lancashire mainstream schools. 


    • What we expect from you: 
  • A positive attitude to work within a dedicated class team. 

  • Under the general supervision and direction of the teacher you will be expected to plan and implement learning activities for individuals and groups.  

  • You will also be required to monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher and establish supportive and constructive relationships with pupils, parents, and carers. 

  • To abide by the Code of conduct 


    • Please refer to the job description for a fuller range of duties. 

    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.

    Desirable 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 with or caring for children 
    • Desirable Experience
  • Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment
  • Experience of Administrative work
  • Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
    • For an informal discussion please contact:
    01772 782205
    Proposed Interview Date:
    10/09/2025 
    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: Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: c.griffin@hillside.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

    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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