Teaching Assistant 2B

Location:

Walton-le-dale, St Leonard's Church Of England Primary School, Walton Green, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 4JL
(226 on roll)
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The Governing Body of St Leonard’s C of E Primary school are seeking to appoint a highly skilled, motivated and experienced teaching assistant to join our inspirational and dedicated team of staff. This role covers all duties as outlined in the TA 2B job description and primarily involves a 1:1 with a child with high needs. The position is term time only, part time and temporary initially until 31/8/2027, with potential for extension.

• Under the general supervision and direction of the teacher, plan and implement learning activities for individuals and groups.
• Build warm, nurturing relationships with children and set high expectations for learning, achievement, progress and behaviour.
• Support the personal, social and emotional needs of children, including those with EHCPs.
• Engage in the wider aspects of school life and work across KS2 (although the child may not be at this level).
• Support the school’s Christian ethos and values.

• Enthusiastic teaching assistant with a proven track record in a primary school setting, preferably with children with high needs.
• Motivated, patient, caring, considerate and committed to children’s wellbeing.
• Excellent communication skills; flexible and proactive in approach.
• Willing to engage in all aspects of school life.

• Grade A* – C at GCSE or O Levels/CSE in English & Maths (equivalent to A* – C GCSE) or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.

• Paediatric First Aid certificate.

• Experience of working with children and ability to relate well to children.
• Experience of working with children with high needs and as a 1:1.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to relate well to parents/carers.
• Ability to supervise and assist pupils.
• Organisational skills.
• Knowledge of classroom roles and responsibilities.

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• A happy, welcoming, Christian school environment.
• Well-behaved, aspirational pupils with a love of learning and positive attitudes.
• A friendly and welcoming staff team, knowledgeable, passionate and supportive.
• Committed, passionate governors who take an active role in all areas of school life.

CVs are not accepted.

To apply form the application is attached, completed and returned electronically to:
head@. 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.

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. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed.

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

The post is subject to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure. The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions).