Location
Walton-le-dale Primary School, Severn Drive, Walton-le-dale, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 4TD (438 on roll)
Tel: 01772 335065
School website: www.wldps.com
Summary
The Governing Body of Walton-Le-Dale Primary School are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to cover a maternity leave in upper KS2.
The role will involve working with individual children as well as supporting small groups to support the education, personal and social development of pupils, including those with special needs.
We are a strong staffing team who encourage each other. Our children are enthusiastic and well behaved. We want staff who are enthusiastic and willing to learn. This position is fixed term, and the expected return of the current postholder is May 2027 though this could be extended to cover the remainder of the academic year. The hours are 8.40am - 3pm Monday to Thursday with a 55 minute break for lunch, and 8.40am - 12.30pm on Friday.
Our school is committed to equality as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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 qualification or above appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
Desirable Qualifications
- Paediatric First Aid Level 3
Essential Experience
- Experience of working with or caring for children of an appropriate age
Desirable Experience
- Experience of working in a relevant classroom environment
Experience of supporting pupils with special needs
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Proposed Interview Date:
17/07/2026
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.
