TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2B

Lancashire County Council; Colne; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

SS John Fisher And Thomas More RC High School in Colne, Lancashire, is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2b to join a dynamic educational team. You will support pupils, assist teachers in class, and help create a positive learning environment. The role is part-time, term-time only; please note the salary quoted is for full-time equivalent and will be paid on a pro-rated basis.

A DBS disclosure will be required and safeguarding procedures are in place. Closing date is 5 October 2026 at 12 noon.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children.
• GCSE Maths (C or above) and English (C or above).
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Maths (C or above)

GCSE English (C or above)

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Location SS John Fisher And Thomas More Roman Catholic High School, Colne, Gibfield Road, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 8JT (830 on roll)

Tel: [phone]

School website: www.fishermore.lancs.sch.uk

Summary Are you passionate about education and making a positive impact on young minds? We're seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic team as a Teaching Assistant Level 2b. If you have a genuine love for working with pupils, excellent communication skills and a desire to contribute to their educational journey, we want to hear from you!

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.

The closing date is 05/10/2026 12 noon

Essential Qualifications

• See Person Specification

Desirable Qualifications

• GCSE Maths (level C or above)
• GCSE English (level C or above)
• NVQ level 3 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)

Essential Experience

• Experience of working with children

Desirable Experience

• Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment
• Experience of administrative work
• Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

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.