Location
Worsthorne Primary School, Brownside Road, Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 3LR (213 on roll)
Tel: 01282 425690
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 prorata 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.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to [email protected]
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.
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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.
