Location
Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, Brierfield, Halifax Road, Brierfield, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 5BL (122 on roll)
Tel: 01282 613709
School website: www.holy-trinity34.lancsngfl.ac.uk
Summary
The Governors of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and talented teaching assistant to work alongside established members of our team. Holy Trinity is a friendly, successful school with a very good reputation and has excellent links with the local community. The successful candidate must be committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who:-
- Willing to support pupils as part of a planned inclusion programme
- Has high expectations of children's behaviour and attainment
- Be committed to our positive, inclusive and creative ethos
- Has good interpersonal skills
- Able to work as part of a dedicated and enthusiastic team
- Has a strong commitment to our Christian ethos
In return we will offer you:-
- A friendly and supportive staff team
- Happy children who enjoy school
- A dedicated staff team who are supportive and committed to making sure every child reaches their true potential
- Support for your professional development Holy Trinity RC Primary School is part of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, which leads a growing family of Catholic Primary and Secondary schools. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01282 613709 or [email protected]. Full details are available from the My New Term website https://mynewterm.com/jobs/149125/EDV-2026-HTRCPSVA-30371
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
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.
The closing date is 12 noon 09/07/2026
Essential Qualifications
Qualifications NVQ level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
Desirable Qualifications
- Team Teach
Paediatric first aid
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Essential Experience
Experience of working with children
Desirable Experience
- Experience of working in a classroom environment
- Experience of Administrative work
Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
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For an informal discussion please contact:
Headteacher, Mrs. Mary Lyle on 01282 613709.
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.
