Teaching Assistant Level 3

Location Broughton-in-amounderness Church Of England Primary School, Church Lane, Broughton, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 5JB
(336 on roll)

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Summary The headteacher and governors of Broughton-in-Amounderness Church of England School are seeking to appoint an dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 teaching assistant. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro-rata basis. The post holders will be required to work alongside teaching staff to provide high quality learning opportunities. The post holders will also be required to provide lunchtime supervision and contribute to the out of school care.

• be able to work effectively as part of a team
• have good knowledge of successful learning strategies
• be warm and nurturing
• take part in all aspects of school life
• be willing to support and embrace the Christian ethos of the school

• amazing children who are keen to learn
• hardworking, caring and committed staff
• supportive parents
• a unique environment with extensive outdoor space
• opportunities to develop professionally
• a proactive Governing Body
• an ethos based firmly on Christian values

Please note that the requirement to have a faith reference is desirable only. Applications must be on the Blackburn Diocese application form. Broughton C E Primary School is committed to the safeguarding of all its pupils. This post will require an enhanced DBS clearance and references will be checked prior to appointment.

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.

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.

The closing time is at 12 Noon 17/08/2026

• NVQ level 3 or above qualification Mathematics or English GCSE or equivalent at Grade C or Grade 4/5 or above

• Paediatric First Aid Certificate

• Experience of working within a primary school

• Experience of working in a church school

For an informal discussion please contact:
With the school's headteacher, Mr Oliver McPhail -

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  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.

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.

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.