Location
Colne Christ Church Church Of England Primary School, Keighley Road, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 7AA (186 on roll)
Tel: 01282 865398
School website: www.colnechristchurch.co.uk
Summary
We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. You will be supporting the class teacher in implementing structured learning activities and supporting SEND pupils or groups of pupils.
We are a caring Church of England primary school with our ethos rooted in Christian principles.
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 03/07/2026
Essential Qualifications
- GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths OR
NVQ Level 2 qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy
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Desirable Qualifications
Paediatric First Aid Training
Essential Experience
- Experience of working in a school environment
- Experience and knowledge of the national curriculum (EYFS, Key Stage 1 & 2)
Excellent communication skills
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Desirable Experience
Experience of working with children with a range of SEND needs
Proposed Interview Date:
13/07/2026
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.
