TEACHING ASSISTANT

Lancashire County Council; Colne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Happy children

Dedicated team of staff

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Park Primary School in Colne, Lancashire is seeking a permanent part-time Teaching Assistant 2A to support classroom learning for this academic year. The role involves assisting the class teacher, supporting pupils including those with SEND, and helping with activities and events.

The school offers a supportive team, excellent professional development, and a commitment to safeguarding. Closing date: 28/09/2026; DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above
• NVQ Level 2 or Teaching Assistant qualification
• Desirable NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Responsibilities

• Support classroom learning and assist the class teacher
• Help manage behaviour and support pupils with SEND
• Assist with delivery of activities and school events as needed

Skills

Supporting learning

Team player

Excellent organisational skills

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Job description

Location Colne Park Primary School, Rutland Street, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 0QJ (323 on roll) Tel: [phone] School website: parkprimary.org

Summary The Governors at Park Primary School are seeking applications for the post of a Permanent Teaching Assistant 2A to support classroom learning. We are a busy, inclusive and supportive primary school and are keen to find the right person to join us for this academic year. This is a wonderful opportunity for individuals who are passionate about educating the pupils of Park Primary School.

We are looking for someone who:

• Will be committed to upholding our school values, nurturing ethos and strong behaviour policy
• Has a passion for supporting learning
• Will be committed to whole school life and support extra-curricular activities and school events
• Is enthusiastic and has a positive attitude
• A team player
• Excellent organisational skills
• A proven track record in supporting learning
• Experience in SEND behaviour and additional needs
• Excellent attendance and punctuality

We will offer you:

• Happy and well-behaved children who care about their school
• A dedicated, fun-loving team of teaching and support staff
• A supportive governing body
• A curriculum that is bespoke to our pupils
• The opportunity to make your mark at a school that is always looking to improve
• Excellent professional development opportunities

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, 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 date is 9am 28/09/2026

Essential Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths - Grace C or above
• NVQ Level 2or appropriate qualifications (i.e. Teaching Assistant qualification)

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Essential Experience

• Experience working in a classroom or education setting

Desirable Experience

• Experience covering classes where needed.
• Experience working with SEND behaviour and additional needs

For an informal discussion please contact: Autumn Jarvis, SBM, 01282 863225

Proposed Interview Date: 05/10/2026

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.

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.