Location
Barrow URC Primary School , BB7 9AZ (199 on roll)
Old Row
Tel: 01254 822338
School website: www.barrow.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
This is a fixed-term employment contract which will allow you to develop your knowledge and understanding of the role of a Teaching Assistant whilst receiving valuable, practical work experience in a school.
You will work towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification. You will have an allocated tutor through our external apprenticeship provider, who will support you throughout the apprenticeship, along with support from the school. Each week, you will complete 6 hours of training within school time.
This role is an ideal foundation for anyone considering a career either as a Teaching Assistant or Classroom Teacher. You will be based in a classroom environment and the main focus of your role will be providing support to teaching staff and children in a variety of ways.
Please see attached for more information.
Closing date: 15th June noon
Shortlisting: 18th June 2026
Interview: 2nd July 2026
Start date: 1st September 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.
Essential Qualifications
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Desirable Qualifications
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Essential Experience
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Desirable Experience
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Proposed Interview Date:
02/07/2026
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.
