Location
Ormskirk Asmall Primary School, Tennyson Drive, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 3PJ (151 on roll)
Tel: 01695 576654
School website: www.asmallprimary.co.uk
Summary
Location Ormskirk Asmall Primary School, Tennyson Drive, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 3PJ (152 on roll) Tel: 01695 576654 School Website: www.asmall.lancs.sch.uk Email:
[email protected] Summary Asmall Primary School are seeking to appoint a skilled, enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our lovely school. The role would be to support a child/ren in KS2. The successful candidate will have good relationship building skills, be skilled in behaviour management and be a kind, caring and dedicated support. The hours are 30 per week, 8:45 3:15. Supporting the children over break times and part lunchtimes on our busy playground is an important aspect of the role.
We are looking for a teaching assistant who:
- Has a relevant NVQ2 qualification or higher
- Has recent, relevant experience of working with children with SEND.
- Is calm, patient and nurturing, and skilled in managing challenging behaviour
- Is resilient, committed and flexible and able to think on their feet
- Builds excellent relationships with children, staff and parents
In return, the school can provide:
- A supportive, nurturing working environment
- Tailored CPD opportunities
- Delightful children that will make you smile every day
- Support for your professional development
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.
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.
1 post to include Welfare (2.5 hours per week)
Essential Qualifications
- GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in Maths and English Language
NVQ level 2 or above qualification - appropriate to the post (or equivalent).
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Desirable Qualifications
- Paediatric First Aid
- Positive handling and restraint training
Trauma informed training
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Essential Experience
- Experience of working with SEN children within a classroom environment
- Experience of working in a KS2 setting
Experience of working with children with SEND
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For an informal discussion please contact:
Leanne Monaghan or Sarah Evans on 01695 576654
Proposed Interview Date:
24/06/2026
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.
