TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 1

Lancashire County Council; Coppull; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Astley Park School in Chorley, Lancashire is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 1 to support pupils with special educational needs. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to help with classroom organisation and pupils’ personal and social development, making daily activities rewarding and varied.

The role emphasizes compassion, teamwork and willingness to learn, with training in First Aid and safeguarding offered.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age.
• Willing to undertake training in First Aid and safeguarding.
• Flexible and a strong team player with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with physical and emotional needs, including hygiene and mobility.
• Assist in classroom organisation and resource preparation.
• Use specialist aids and equipment under supervision.
• Accompany pupils on school visits and activities.

Skills

Team player

Compassionate

Excellent communication

Education

Child care qualification

Job description

Salary £25949to £ 25949The position is term time only plus 5 INSET days

Location Chorley Astley Park School, Harrington Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1JZ (163 on roll)
Tel: [phone]
School website: www.astleypark.lancs.sch.uk

Summary Are you passionate about helping children thrive? Do you have a caring heart and a flexible, can-do attitude? Come and be a valued part of our nurturing and inclusive community at Astley Park School. As a Teaching Assistant Level 1, you'll work closely with dedicated teachers and therapists to support children and young people with special educational needs. From helping with classroom organisation to supporting pupils' personal and social development, every day will be rewarding and different.

This role focuses on:

• Supporting pupils with physical and emotional needs, including hygiene, feeding, and mobility.
• Assisting in the use of specialist aids and equipment.
• Helping pupils build independence and social skills.
• Preparing classroom resources and creating a positive learning environment
• Accompanying pupils on school visits and activities.

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Compassionate, patient, and committed to inclusive education.
• A strong team player with good communication skills.
• Flexible and eager to learn, with an understanding of confidentiality.
• Willing to undertake training in areas such as First Aid and safeguarding.
• Whilst experience and a relevant childcare qualification are desirable, what matters most is your enthusiasm, reliability, and readiness to make a positive impact.

Why join us?

• Make a real difference in children's lives every single day.
• Be part of a supportive, friendly team with regular training and development opportunities.
• Work in a school that puts wellbeing, inclusion, and safety at the heart of everything we do.

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.

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.

Closing Date for applications is 2 October 2026.

Desirable Qualifications

• Relevant Child Care Qualification (or equivalent)

Desirable Experience

• Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age

For an informal discussion please contact: Please contact Liz Ascroft - 01257 262227

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.