Location
Burscough Bridge St John's Church Of England Primary School, School Lane, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 4AE
Tel: 01704 893323
School website: www.stjohnsburscough.co.uk
Summary
We are looking for someone to join our team who will:
- be an excellent and enthusiastic practitioner;
- have experience of working with children;
- be able to use their own initiative to engage children to play, grow and thrive in their social and emotional development;
- have high expectations of children's behaviour;
- be committed to working in close partnership with parents and guardians;
- enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic and committed staff team;
- be willing to plan activities to help promote the well-being of pupils.
Potential candidates should have an outstanding record of working well within a team demonstrating a positive attitude, enthusiasm and a sense of humour.
In return we can offer:
- enthusiastic and delightful children who are proud of our school;
- a welcoming and supportive school community;
- an enthusiastic, dynamic and collaborative team;
- a strong commitment to professional and personal development for all, including support to access qualifications as appropriate;
- strong support from governors and parents.
This school is committed to:
- safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment;
- equality and diversity;
- the health and safety of all staff, children and visitors to our school.
Please note:
- The role is a permanent out of school club manager's post - 20 hours per week, working 7.45 to 9.00 and 3.30 to 5.45pm daily (term time only). If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
- We are committed to safeguarding our children and the post is subject to DBS clearance.
Closing date: Noon 04/09/2026
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.
Desirable Qualifications
- Basic Food Hygiene
- Paediatric First Aid
First Aid in the Workplace
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Essential Experience
Desirable Experience
- Working with children with SEND
For an informal discussion please contact:
Headteacher 01704 893323
Proposed Interview Date:
27/07/2026
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.
