TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A

Lancashire County Council; Coppull; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Buckshaw Primary School in Astley Village, Chorley, is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support learning and pupil wellbeing in a friendly, one-form entry primary setting. You will work alongside teachers with individuals, small groups or the whole class to help children build confidence, independence and skills for the future.

The role is part-time, term-time only; salary is quoted as full-time equivalent and will be prorated accordingly.

Qualifications

• A level of knowledge, understanding and competence appropriate to the Teaching Assistant 2A role.
• A good standard of English and Maths evident through grades with the ability to support pupils learning in both areas.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and wellbeing of pupils in a primary classroom.
• Assist individuals, small groups or the whole class to build confidence, independence and skills.
• Contribute to creating a positive, inclusive classroom environment where every child can flourish.

Education

NVQ Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning

First Aid/Paediatric First Aid Certificate

Job description

Location Buckshaw Primary School, Chancery Road, Astley Village, Chorley, PR7 1XP (206 on roll)

Tel: [phone]

School website: www.buckshaw.lancs.sch.uk

Summary Buckshaw Primary School is a friendly and welcoming one-form entry primary school in Astley Village, Chorley. We are proud of our strong family ethos, where children, staff and families work together to create a happy, caring and inclusive school community.

We want every child to feel safe, valued and supported to be the best they can be. We help our children grow in confidence, resilience and kindness, giving them the skills they need for the future.

We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. Working alongside our teachers, you will play an important role in supporting children's learning and wellbeing, helping to create a positive classroom environment where every child can flourish. Whether working with individuals, small groups or the whole class, you will help children build the confidence, independence and skills they need to succeed.

This is an exciting opportunity for a flexible and experienced Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team and make a real difference to the lives of our children.

Timeline

• Closing date is Friday 5th November 2026 at 5pm
• Shortlisting will take place on Monday 8th November 2026
• Interviews will take place on Monday 16 November 2026

This position is part-time, term-time only; please note the salary quoted is a full-time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro-rata basis.

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.

Essential Qualifications

• A level of knowledge, understanding and competence appropriate to the Teaching Assistant 2A role
• A good standard of English and Maths evident through grades with the ability to support pupils learning in both areas

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning or other relevant qualification
• First Aid/Paediatric First Aid Certificate

Essential Experience

• Experience of working with or caring for children of primary school age
• Experience of supporting children's learning individually and within small groups
• Experience of establishing positive relationships with children and encouraging independence

Desirable Experience

• Experience of working in a classroom environment
• Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
• Experience of supporting pupils with SEND
• Experience of Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) including engaging children during lunchtimes

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and are a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. 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.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

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.