TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A

Lancashire County Council; Coppull; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Balshaw Lane Primary invites applications for a part-time teaching assistant to support our Early Years classroom and pupils with additional needs. The TA works under the class teacher to maintain a calm, positive environment and to help children flourish.

First aid training is provided, with safeguarding and DBS checks as part of the process. The role runs 8:55am–3:20pm, five days a week during 38 weeks of term time, initially until 31st August 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with Early Years children.
• Experience with supporting children with additional needs (SEN) is advantageous.
• Able to speak and write in Standard English.

Responsibilities

• Support Early Years classroom teaching and organisation under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Help create a calm, happy learning environment where children flourish.
• Assist with daily classroom routines and medical/hygiene needs.
• Support children with SEN and any required first aid training.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 equivalent

TA

Standard English

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Balshaw Lane Primary is a happy school where personal development and positive relationships are at the heart. We have wonderful staff and supportive governors and trustees.

We wish to appoint a part‑time teaching assistant to support our Early Years classroom teaching and organisation, and to help support any children with additional needs. The TA will be based within our Early years classroom working under the guidance of the class teacher to help ensure a calm, happy working environment where children flourish. Experience of working with Early Years children and the curriculum will be a benefit.

The role is part‑time, working 8.55am‑3.20pm for 5 days a week. The contract will be for 38 weeks, term time, and will be temporary until 31st August 2027 initially.

We are an outstanding school with outstanding personal development (April 2025), as judged by Ofsted.

We require our TAs to be hard‑working, hands‑on, able to use initiative independently and with excellent attendance. You will be involved in the daily practicalities of the classroom, including medical and hygiene needs or supporting children with SEN. Training will be provided for first aid, any medical or SEN needs. A friendly, positive attitude will enable you to fit into our team.

Essential

• Have the ability and experience to work at a level of understanding and competence equivalent to NVQ Level 2
• TA
• Ability to speak and write in Standard English

Desirable

• GCSE maths and English Grade C or above
• Experience of supporting teaching and learning in the primary classroom
• Experience of working within an Early Years setting/class

The closing date is 09/10/2026 at 9am.

Proposed interview date: Tuesday 13th October 2026. Interviews will be in school.

Safeguarding

At Balshaw Lane Primary, we take safeguarding very seriously. We will check your application form and references closely. The successful candidate will need DBS clearance before taking up the post. 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.

For an informal discussion please contact the headteacher on [e-mail] or by telephoning 01257 278722.

Location: Balshaw Lane Community Primary School, Bredon Avenue, Euxton, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 6NS (384 on roll). Tel: [phone]. School website: www.balshawlane.lancs.sch.uk.

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