Location
Simonstone St Peter's Church Of England Primary School, School Lane, Simonstone, Burnley, Lancashire, BB12 7HR (140 on roll)
Tel: 01282 771147
School website: www.simonstonest-peters-ce.co.uk/
Summary
Simonstone St Peters is a school where children flourish, learn with confidence and achieve their best. We provide the firm foundations for children to grow in faith and knowledge, within a safe and inspiring environment. At Simonstone we embrace diversity and prepare children for lifes journey. We celebrate differences and work as a Christian family to make sure all children are celebrated and achieve their goals. Children at Simonstone thrive within a collaborative team of parents, governors, staff and volunteers. The school community, Parish and St Peters church all work together to provide an enriched and memorable primary school education.
The Governing Body at Simonstone St Peters CE Primary School is seeking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant. Our new TA will be fully involved in all teaching and learning activities in the Year 3/4 classroom, with specific involvement in teaching and supporting mathematics.
The school will provide an effective team of colleagues to support and further develop the successful candidate both personally and professionally. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about early childhood education and helping young children achieve their full potential. There may be opportunities to incorporate HLTA responsibilities depending on candidate qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the class teacher to deliver Maths through mixed age teaching and learning
- Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and creative lessons in KS2 in line with the national curriculum
- Assist in planning and preparing learning activities and resources
- Provide individual and small-group support to children
- Help create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment
- Support childrens social, emotional, and physical development
- Observe and record childrens progress, contributing to assessments where required
- Promote positive behaviour in line with school policies
- Work collaboratively with staff, parents, and carers
- Be willing to support and embrace the Christian ethos of the school The School offers -
- Enthusiastic and polite children who are keen to learn
- Hardworking, caring and committed staff
- Supportive parents
- A unique environment with extensive outdoor space
- Opportunities to develop professionally
- A proactive Governing Body
- an ethos based firmly on Christian values
Please note that the requirement to have a faith reference is desirable only.
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.
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.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached and return to [email protected]
Essential Qualifications
- NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a relevant subject
Desirable Qualifications
Essential Experience
- Previous experience working with children in an educational, childcare or youth setting
- Experience supporting teaching and learning, ideally within a primary or secondary school
Desirable Experience
- Experience of managing and teaching a whole class, when required.
For an informal discussion please contact:
Visits to view the school are welcomed by the headteacher. Please email
[email protected] to arrange Mrs J Cockings
Proposed Interview Date:
14/07/2026
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.
