TEACHING ASSISTANT 3 / COVER SUPERVISOR

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

Job summary

Seven Stars Primary & Nursery is seeking a reliable TA3 / Cover Supervisor to supervise classes when the teacher is absent for short-term cover and to support class teachers when TAs are unavailable. The role is part-time, term-time only, with pro-rata pay; closing date 04/09/2026.

Essential qualifications include GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C) and NVQ level 3 or equivalent. Desirable items include Paediatric First Aid and positive handling training.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above.
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working in a Primary School setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes where the teacher is absent for short-term cover.
• Provide additional support to class teachers when TAs are unavailable.

Education

GCSE Maths and English (Grade C)

NVQ level 3 or above

Job description

Location: Seven Stars Primary School, Peacock Hall Road, Leyland, Preston, Lancashire, PR25 1TD (227 on roll)

Tel: [phone]

School website: www.seven-stars.lancsngfl.ac.uk

Seven Stars Primary & Nursery is a busy and vibrant school at an exciting point in our history. Our governors are seeking to appoint a reliable, proactive and committed TA3 / Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated team. This is a key role in which you will be required to supervise classes where the teacher is absent for short-term cover. You will also be expected to provide additional support to class teachers when TAs are unavailable.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, 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 for applications is 3:30pm on 04/09/2026.

Essential Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in Maths and English Language
• NVQ level 3 or above qualification - appropriate to the post (or equivalent).

Desirable Qualifications

• Paediatric First Aid
• Positive handling and restraint training

Essential Experience

• Experience of working in a Primary School setting
• Experience in covering classes and experience throughout the primary phase
• Supporting children with one-to-one interventions

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.

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.