Location
Tarleton Community Primary School, Hesketh Lane, Tarleton, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6AT (240 on roll)
Tel: 01772 812547
School website: www.tarletoncommunityprimary.co.uk
Summary
We are looking for a fantastic teaching assistant to work predominantly in our Year 3 class so that are our children can flourish and reach their full potential. You need to be someone who goes the extra mile for them so you will need to be experienced, excellent at supporting children and groups of children, and compassionate.
We are looking for someone who is kind, patient and motivated to provide the best provision for our children. You will work under the direction of the teacher but use your skills and knowledge to ensure inclusive practices are effective. You will develop relationships with carers and the staff team therefore being a good communicator is essential.
You will:
- Be passionate that every child can excel so they reach their academic potential, are confident and creative
- Be an excellent teaching assistant
- Have experience of working with pupils in a primary school
- Be able to communicate effectively with professionals
- Work collaboratively within our team
- Be a team player who develops their team and approaches in a friendly, succinct manner
- Value the benefits of collaboration with others either in school or with colleagues in other schools
- Go the extra mile in terms of time and effort to ensure every child reaches their potential
- Have excellent knowledge and understanding of effective behaviour strategies and safeguarding practises
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025/2026 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
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.
Please note that this vacancy closes at 9am on 07/09/2026.
Essential Qualifications
GCSE C (4) or equivalent in English and Maths
Essential Experience
- Experience of working with primary aged children
Implementation of effective behaviour strategies and safeguarding practises
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Proposed Interview Date:
11/09/2026
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.
