Location
SS Peter And Paul Catholic Primary School, Mawdesley, Ridley Lane, Mawdesley, Ormskirk, L40 3PP (34 on roll)
Tel: 01704 822216
School website: www.sspeterandpaulsschoolmawdesley.co.uk
Summary
The Governing Body of SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our ambitious and supportive team.
SS Peter and Pauls is a family-friendly school rooted in faith, love, and kindness. We strive to create a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and loved.
This part-time post, for 25 hours per week, will include covering PPA and Leadership time across the school. There may also be other roles as directed by the Headteacher.
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.
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.
Essential Qualifications
- Recognised and relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
- Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy
Ability to operate at a level of understanding and competence equivalent to NVQ Level 4 standard
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Desirable Qualifications
- NVQ level 4 qualification or equivalent
- HLTA Status
- First aid/Paediatric First Aid Certificate
- Level 1 Safeguarding Training
Essential Experience
- Experience of working with children, including those with EHCPs and a range of SEND, in a Primary setting
- Experience of working in a primary classroom environment and following the EYFS/National Curriculum
- Providing class cover/PPA
- Planning lessons/sequences of lessons
- Use of a range of assessment methods to help children to progress
Desirable Experience
- Experience of teaching mixed-aged classes
- Lunchtime/playtime supervision
- Wider contributions to the life of the school
For an informal discussion please contact:
Proposed Interview Date:
14/07/2026
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.
