TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2A

Lancashire County Council; Walton-le-Dale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady and St Gerard's RC Primary School in Lostock Hall, Preston, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support pupils in Key Stage 1 under the guidance of the class teacher. You will help individuals and groups with structured activities, contributing to confidence, independence and a love of learning.

The role requires experience with KS1, phonics and early reading/writing, plus a strong English and maths ability, teamwork and a commitment to inclusion.

Qualifications

• A good standard of English and mathematics with ability to support learning.
• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and groups of KS1 pupils with structured activities.
• Assist with phonics, early reading and writing development.
• Foster independence, positive behaviour and inclusive learning.
• Support lunchtime welfare and outdoor play, encouraging safe, active play.

Skills

KS1 experience

Phonics knowledge

Reading support

English & Maths support

Inclusion focus

Team player

Independent worker

Organised

Outdoor learning support

Education

NVQ Level 2

Supporting Teaching & Learning Level 2

Job description

Location Our Lady And St Gerard's RC Primary School, Lostock Hall, Lourdes Avenue, Lostock Hall, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 5TB (340 on roll)
Tel: [phone]
School website: www.ourlady-st-gerards.lancs.sch.uk Summary Teaching Assistant Level 2(a) – Key Stage 1
We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and proactive Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and committed team, working primarily within Key Stage 1.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning. Working under the guidance of the class teacher, the successful candidate will support individuals and groups of pupils with structured learning activities, helping them to make progress academically, socially and personally.

We are particularly looking for someone who:

• has experience of working with children, ideally within a KS1 classroom
• has experience of teaching phonics and understands the importance of high-quality phonics provision
• can confidently support children with early reading and writing
• has a good standard of English and mathematics and can use these skills confidently when supporting children's learning
• understands how to support children to remain engaged, develop independence and make good progress
• builds warm, positive and professional relationships with children
• can work effectively as part of a team while also having the confidence to use their own initiative
• is organised, flexible and able to respond positively to the changing needs of children and the school day
• is committed to inclusion and able to support children with differing needs
• has high expectations for children's behaviour, learning and personal development.
• Outdoor Play and Learning - An important part of this post will be supporting pupils during lunchtime welfare and outdoor play.
  We are passionate about giving children opportunities to be active, creative and adventurous outdoors. The successful candidate will therefore be enthusiastic about outdoor play and learning, actively engaging with children and helping them to enjoy positive, purposeful and inclusive playtimes.
  This will include encouraging children to participate, supporting positive relationships, promoting independence and helping to ensure that all pupils feel included, safe and able to enjoy their play.
  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.
  Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
  The closing date is 06/11/2026 at 12 noon

Essential Qualifications

• A good standard of English and mathematics, evident through grades, with the ability to confidently support pupils' learning in both areas.
  
• A level of knowledge, understanding and competence appropriate to a Level 2 Teaching Assistant role.

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2, Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 2, or another relevant qualification at Level 2 or above.
• Relevant phonics training or professional development.
• Paediatric First Aid/First Aid qualification.
• Training relating to SEND, behaviour, early reading or outdoor learning/play.

Essential Experience

• Experience of working with children of primary school age, preferably within KS1.
• Experience of teaching or supporting the teaching of systematic synthetic phonics.
• Experience of supporting children with early reading and writing.
• Experience of supporting children's learning individually and in small groups.
• Experience of establishing positive relationships with children and encouraging independence and positive behaviour

Desirable Experience

• Recent experience of working within a KS1 classroom.
• Experience of supporting pupils with SEND or additional needs.
• Experience of supporting children who may display challenging behaviour.
• Experience of supporting outdoor play and learning, including engaging children positively during lunchtimes/playtimes.

For an informal discussion please contact: Call 01772 335025

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.