Location
Ashton Primary School, Ainsdale Drive, Ashton, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 1TU (196 on roll)
Tel: 01772 728052
School website: www.ashton.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
Teaching Assistant (2a) - Temporary Fixed Term Contract (with the possibility of becoming permanent)
The Headteacher and Governors of Ashton Community Primary School are looking to appoint a temporary Teaching Assistant 2a (grade 4) on a fixed term contract to 31 August 2027. The hours of work are 32.5 per week - 8:30am 3:30pm, term-time only. Please note there is the possibility of the role becoming permanent (dependent on funding).
The role involves working one one-to-one basis with a child who requires support with their social, emotional and mental health.
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 04/09/2026
Essential Qualifications
- NVQ Level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent).
Essential Experience
- Be creative, resilient and able to establish positive relationships with pupils;
- have experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age;
- have experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour;
- have the ability to relate well to children; plus
- Please see Person Specification.
Desirable Experience
- Please see Person Specification
For an informal discussion please contact:
Laura Butterworth, Headteacher - 01772 728052
Proposed Interview Date:
14/09/2026
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.
