Location
St John The Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Burnley, Thames Avenue, Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 2PZ (209 on roll)
Tel: 01282 438120
School website: www.stjohnsrcprimary.uk
Summary
The Governors of St John the Baptist are seeking to appoint a committed, organised, enthusiastic, and hardworking Teaching Assistant.
Under the general supervision and direction of the teacher, the successful candidate will plan and implement learning activities for individuals and groups. They will monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher and establish supportive and constructive relationships with pupils, parents and carers.
They will provide short-term cover for classes to which the Teaching Assistant is normally assigned, when the class teacher is unexpectedly unavailable.
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.
Essential Qualifications
- NVQ level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
- Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy
Desirable Qualifications
- Ability to operate at a level of understanding and competence equivalent to NVQ Level 2 standard
Essential Experience
- Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
- Experience of working in a school environment
- Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
- Experience of working with Upper Key Stage Two
Experience of delivering phonics
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Desirable Experience
Experience of administrative work
Proposed Interview Date:
18/06/2026
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.
