Level Teaching Assistant Primary School Posted Fylde

Contract: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week, Term Time only
Salary: NJC Grade E SCP
12- 17 £ 28,598 - £31,022 per annum, pro rata
Closing Date: 5th January 2026 8.00 am

Stanley Primary School is looking to appoint a committed, hard-working Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.00am – 3.30pm

The successful candidate will complement teachers’ delivery of the national curriculum and contribute to the development of other support staff, students and school policies and strategies.
They will work collaboratively with teaching staff and assist teachers in the whole planning cycle and the management/preparation of resources. They will also supervise whole classes for cover purposes & short-term absence of teachers.

The successful candidate will provide support for students, the teacher and the school in order to raise standards of achievement for all, by utilising advanced levels of knowledge and skills when assisting with planning, monitoring, assessing and managing classes, and to encourage students to become independent learners, to provide support for their welfare, and to support the inclusion of students in all aspects of school life.

• have lots of energy while being flexible, adaptable and able to use your own initiative
• demonstrate good organisational skills, excellent communication skills and the ability to build good relationships with children, parents, staff and the wider community
• demonstrate a wide knowledge and application of behavioural strategies, and clearly show how these can be implemented effectively to meet individual children's needs
• plan, prepare and deliver learning to individuals, groups and/or classes modifying and adapting activities as necessary.
• Assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment.
• the post holder will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance

The role also includes a 30-minute lunch duty and 30-minute lunch break each day.

Please note that in line with KCSIE, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please see the attached Job Description for more information.

Please download an Application Form.

Please return completed application forms to the school, by post or email – recruitment

Stanley Primary School
Wordsworth Avenue
Blackpool
FY3 9UT

Stanley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory two year reference history, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB check), medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.