apply online icon TEACHING ASSISTANT (LEVEL 2B)

Ref 198151
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 5 SCP 6-11.
Salary £25183 to £ 27269 Pro-Rata
Term Full-time.
Perm / FTC Permanent.
Required (January 2026 ) .
Hours 40 hours a week.
Closing Date 03/11/2025.
Location
Longton Primary School, School Lane, Longton, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 5YA (209 on roll)

Tel: 01772 612495
School website: www.longton.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
Join Us on an Exciting New Journey!

We are thrilled to be opening a brand-new nursery at Longton primary School — a vibrant, nurturing setting where every child’s curiosity and potential can grow. As part of this exciting new chapter, we are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant (Level 2b) to join our founding team.

This is a wonderful opportunity to help shape the learning environment from the very start — supporting young children as they take their first steps into education, and working with an inspiring team who share your passion for early years development.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting children’s learning and development under the direction of the nursery leader. You will plan and deliver engaging activities, nurture positive relationships, and help create an inclusive, caring, and stimulating space for every child to thrive.

You will provide classroom cover when required, work closely with parents and carers, and contribute to the smooth running of our nursery from day one.

We are Looking for Someone Who:

  • Is passionate about giving every child the best possible start in life
  • Has a flexible, positive, and proactive approach
  • Can create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere
  • Wants to grow with us as we build our nursery community from the ground up


    What We Offer:

  • The chance to be part of a brand-new nursery and shape its culture and values
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Access to professional development and training opportunities
  • A role where every day brings new discoveries and rewards

    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.

    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 qualification (or equivalent) relevant to the post
  • Level 2 (or equivalent) in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy


    • Desirable Qualifications
  • Desirable Qualifications & Experience
  • Early Years specific Qualifications
    • Essential Experience
  • Experience of working with or caring for children of a relevant age group
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Good understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality
  • Commitment to regular attendance and professional development
    • Desirable Experience
  • Experience of working in a classroom, nursery, or other educational environment
  • Experience supporting children with additional or challenging needs
  • Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
  • First Aid or Paediatric First Aid qualification                                     
    • For an informal discussion please contact:
    Headteacher Longton Primary School
    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: Bursar@longton.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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