Teaching Assistant 2B

Location:

Bilsborrow John Cross Church Of England Primary School, Garstang Road, Bilsborrow, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 0RE
(83 on roll). Tel:  School website:

We are looking for a highly motivated, conscientious & nurturing Teaching Assistant (Level
2) to join our committed & hardworking school team. The successful applicant will work mainly within an infant class and at times with groups of children to support the class teacher and assist in meeting the personal, social and educational needs of our children.

We are able to offer a warm welcome from a happy community with a strong Christian ethos, confident and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning, active support of parents and governors, and strong links with other local church schools and the local community.

This position is part time, term time only: 5 afternoons per week, plus 2 after‑school club sessions until 5.30 p.m. The role is currently temporary until July 2027, with scope for continuation and additional hours within school. Salary is quoted as full time equivalent, pro‑rata.

• Level 2 or above Teaching Assistant Certificate (or equivalent)
• NVQ level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
• Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy

• First Aid Certificate

• Working with children in a primary school setting

• Working with children across the age ranges in a primary school setting

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. CVs are not accepted; to apply, you must complete the application form attached.

Proposed interview date: 08/07/2026. Please email completed application form to  We can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. We will ask successful candidates to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure. 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.

We will only consider applicants 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.