Location
Longridge Church Of England Primary School, Berry Lane, Longridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 3JA (197 on roll)
Tel: 01772 782378
School website: www.longridge-cofe.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
Longridge Church of England Primary School is a one form entry school with 202 children on roll from Reception to Year 6. We are looking for a teaching assistant with SEND and Early Years experience to support children with Special Educational Needs. The role is Monday to Friday 9am-12.00pm, 1pm-3.30pm at Level 2B (Grade 5).
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.
This is an opportunity to join a committed and hard-working team. School can offer lots of support from colleagues as well as ongoing professional development opportunities. Please apply for the role of Teaching Assistant using the attached application form. Your supporting statement should be used to show how you fulfil all essential criteria on the job specification.
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.
Please note that this vacancy closes at 3.30PM on 06.07.26
Desirable Qualifications
- NVQ level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy
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Essential Experience
- Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
- Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment
- Experience of supporting pupils with SEND/challenging behaviour
Experience of working with EYFS pupils
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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.
