TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A OR 2B

Lancashire County Council; Clayton-le-Moors; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Baxenden St John's CE Primary School in Baxenden, Accrington is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team. You will support pupils through small-group and individual work under the guidance of the class teacher.

This part-time, term-time-only role offers experience in KS1/KS2 and an opportunity to contribute to a nurturing, inclusive learning environment while safeguarding pupils and promoting positive behaviours.

Qualifications

• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• GCSEs in English and Maths (A-C).
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in education.

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals and small groups to support pupil progress.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Help create an inclusive, stimulating learning environment.
• Support pupils with varying needs and abilities.
• Promote positive behaviour and pupil engagement.

Skills

Teaching Assistant qualification

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Experience in education

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Grade Grade 4 (TA2a or TA2b depending on experience).

Location Baxenden St John's Church Of England Primary School, Church Avenue, Baxenden, Accrington, BB5 2RQ (206 on roll)

Tel: [phone]

School website: baxendenstjohns.school

Summary Are you a highly motivated and organized individual looking to make a positive impact in education? Baxenden St John's CE Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team.

About Us: At Baxenden St John's CE Primary, we are committed to providing a nurturing and inspiring environment where every child can thrive. With a strong focus on academic excellence and holistic development, we aim to empower our students and staff to reach their full potential. As one of our teaching assistants, you will play a crucial role in the efficient and effective operation of our school. You’ll havea genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development and becommitted tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

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.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Working with individuals and small groups to support pupil progress.
• Assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Supporting pupils with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Promotingpositive behaviour and encourage pupil engagement.

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.

Essential Qualifications

• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant qualifications including GCSEs or equivalent Grade A-C (Including English and Maths)
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within the education sector

Desirable Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within the education sector
• Experience of Support teaching and learning across KS1 and KS2.

Essential Experience

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role supporting children within an educational setting/primary school environment.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills and is motivated, reliable, and able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Desirable Experience

• Understanding of additional learning needs.
• Ability to use initiative to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience of Support teaching and learning across KS1 and KS2.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities with a willingness to be flexible in role with acalm, patient, and adaptable approach to handling various situations.

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.