TEACHING ASSISTANT 2B

Location

Cockerham Parochial Church Of England Primary School, Main Street, Cockerham, Lancaster, LA2 0EF (70 on roll)

Tel: 01524 791550
School website: www.cockerham.lancs.sch.uk/

Summary

Dear prospective candidate

Thank you for your interest in the post of TA2b at Cockerham Parochial C of E Primary School.

Our Christian vision and values are at the heart of what we do at school and are important to each member of staff. As such we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed teaching assistant to join our happy and welcoming staff team.

Our staff team value the support they give each other and comments from the staff have included:

Staff are supportive of each other and respond when someone needs help or is having a tricky week - either in school or with issues they have shared at home.

Time given to carry out additional roles where needed - an understanding of the many hats being worn by many staff.

Headteacher available to talk to staff and is responsive and supportive if concerns expressed.

It's a nice place to work - people are kind to each other and care about each other.

Staff meetings and CPD includes a focus on mental health and well-being and an understanding that this applies to staff as well as pupils.

We are looking for someone with EYFS/KS1 experience, a proven track record within a classroom environment and flexibility to operate in different areas of work including welfare at lunchtimes. This post involves working with mixed age classes during English and Maths sessions in the morning and across the curriculum including 1:1, SEND support within interventions, groups and class support.

The 5 minimum hours guaranteed is noted in case of future budgetary requirements.

TA2B – 12 hours per week on a variable contract with a minimum of 5 hours guaranteed. This position is part time, term time + 2 inset days (TA2B). The salary quoted is full time equivalent of the TA2B role. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, 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.

Essential Qualifications

Level 2 or equivalent qualification in 

English and Mathematic

Desirable Qualifications

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

Essential Experience

Experience of working with or caring for children of EYFS/Key stage 1 

Commitment to undertake in –service development

Satisfactory attendance record/commitment to regular attendance at work 

Ability to relate well to children 

Ability to work as part of a team  

Knowledge of classroom roles and responsibilities

Good English and Maths skills  

Flexible attitude to work

Desirable Experience

Experience of Administrative work

Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour

Ability to take on roles and responsibilities of HLTA when required 

Time management skills  

Organisational skills

Knowledge of the concept of confidentiality 

First Aid Certificate  

Ability to make effective use of ICT

For an informal discussion please contact:

If you would like to discuss this role please contact the headteacher for further information prior to application

Proposed Interview Date:

18/11/2025 

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.