TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2

Lancashire County Council; Burnley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council's Worsthorne Primary School is seeking a qualified Teaching Assistant to support learning in KS1 and KS2. The role is 31.5 hours, term-time only, with pro-rata pay for part-time hours.

The successful candidate will relate well to children, work as part of a caring team, and have NVQ2+ and Level 2 English/Maths. Experience with SEND is advantageous and the post is permanent.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 or above qualification – appropriate to the post (or equivalent).
• Level 2 English and Mathematics qualification (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Work as a general class TA in KS1 and KS2.
• Support learning and promote progress for children of all abilities.
• Support children with SEND as relevant.
• Be a positive role model and reinforce positive behaviour strategies.
• Adapt to changing demands of a school day in a flexible and cheerful manner.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Energetic

Positive role model

Adaptability

Education

NVQ level 2 or above

Level 2 English & Mathematics

Job description

Location: Worsthorne Primary School, Brownside Road, Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 3LR (213 on roll). Tel: [phone]. School website: www.worsthorne.lancs.sch.uk.

Summary: The Governors of Worsthorne Primary School are looking for a qualified Teaching Assistant to join our very happy and proud school. The post will initially involve working as a general class TA in both Key Stage 1 and 2.

We look forward to hearing from you if:

• you relate well to children of all abilities and are committed to promoting progress
• you enjoy working as part of a dedicated and caring team
• you have good communication skills
• you are a positive role model who reinforces positive behaviour strategies
• you have energy and a sense of humour
• you are able to readily adapt to the ever changing demands of a school day in a flexible and cheerful manner.

If you have experience of supporting children with SEND this would be relevant.

This position is 31.5 hours from 8.45am until 3.30pm, 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. Please note that this vacancy is permanent.

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.

Candidates are encouraged to visit our school. Please contact: Mrs Nicholls (Headteacher) or Miss Hanson (bursar) on 01282 425690.

The closing date is 5pm on 18/09/2026.

Essential Qualifications:

• NVQ level 2 or above qualification –appropriate to the post (or equivalent).
• Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English and Mathematics.

Essential Experience:

• Working with children in KS1 and KS2.

Proposed Interview Date: 22/09/2026.

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.