Teaching Assistant 2A

St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-Le-Fylde; Poulton-le-Fylde; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-Le-Fylde is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our caring staff. You will work across Year 6 and Year 4, supporting pupils and helping them reach their full potential in a nurturing environment.

The role involves 22 hours per week over four days (9am-12pm and 1pm-3:30pm) with opportunities for professional development and involvement in the life of the school. A collaborative team awaits with supportive colleagues and motivated pupils.

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to work with children.
• Ability to motivate and inspire individuals and groups.
• Enthusiastic, hardworking and flexible.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and creating a safe, caring environment.

Responsibilities

• Support learning in Year 6 and Year 4 during allocated times.
• Assist teachers with classroom tasks and supervision.
• Encourage pupils to flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
• Be flexible and adaptable, using own initiative.
• Contribute to a safe, happy school environment.

Skills

Desire to work with children

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Motivation and initiative

Strong work ethic

Job description

About this Role

Thank you for considering working at our wonderful school.

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and passionate team at St John's.

Our school motto, 'Love One Another', guides everything we do. We are committed to ensuring our school is a place where children are loved and valued as individuals, and where the talents of all are nurtured and celebrated within a safe, happy and caring environment, so that they can flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.

The position available:

22 hours per week, to be worked over 4 days. 9am - 12pm in Year 6 and 1pm - 3.30pm in Year 4.

The roles offer a fantastic opportunity for a enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to make a real difference to our pupils and the wider school community.

We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who is flexible and adaptable, able to use their own initiative, and able to motivate and inspire individuals and groups of children.

The successful applicant will:

• Have a genuine desire to work with children
• Share the belief that every child can succeed
• Be enthusiastic and hard working
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be able to work both as part of a team and on their own initiative
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Have a strong positive work ethic

In return, we offer:

• The opportunity to join a highly motivated, innovative and energetic staff team
• Full involvement in the life of the school
• The opportunity for further training and development
• Dedicated, supportive and friendly colleagues
• Kind, motivated and happy pupils
• Supportive parents and carers

If you are interested in this opportunity and believe you could be the right fit for our school, we would love to hear from you.

Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:

• DBS
• Medical clearance
• Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number
• Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children
• A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out

Closing date for applications: Monday 2nd November 2026

Interview date: w/c Monday 9th November 2026 - date to be confirmed

Post Details

Grade: Lancashire pay Grade 4 - scale point range 4 to 6

Salary: £26,016.00 to £26,847.00 (Full Time Equivalent)

Actual Salary: £12,970.00 to £13,384.00

Contract: Fixed Term until 31/08/2027, Term Time only

Start Date: As soon as possible