Location
Our Lady And All Saints Catholic Primary School, Brandreth Drive, Parbold, Wigan, WN8 7HD (105 on roll)
Tel: 01257 462466
School website: www.ourladyallsaints.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
The governors of Our Lady and All Saints Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and talented Teaching Assistant to work in our Early Years provision for children aged 2-5. The role involves working across our Nursery and Reception classes and supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs as part of our hardworking, dedicated team.
Our school is set in the small rural village of Parbold in West Lancashire. We are well known locally for being a very friendly, inclusive school and are keen to maintain this reputation. As we are a small school, our staff are acutely aware of each child's strengths, talents and needs. We are recognised in the local authority as a high performing school; in both our most recent Ofsted and Archdiocesan inspections, we were graded outstanding. At Our Lady and All Saints, we have high expectations of all and strive for excellence in all we do; aiming to develop every child to the best of their ability.
We are looking for a teaching assistant who:
- has experience of working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage
- is willing to strongly commit to our Christian ethos
- is an outstanding classroom practitioner
- prioritises childrens learning and welfare, forging strong relationships with parents and our wider school family
- is an inspirational and motivational practitioner who believes in our vision and is totally committed to raising standards, while making learning fun and creative for all
- is a committed team player, demonstrating flexibility and co-operation
- is a reflective practitioner who is open to new ideas
- has a cheerful disposition and a good sense of humour
We offer:
- exceptionally well-behaved children who love to learn and strive to be the best they can be in all aspects of their education
- a friendly, professional, committed and supportive team of staff and governors
- a warm and caring school family which includes our school dog, Buddy
- a hardworking and forward-thinking school with a culture of high expectations
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 9am on 03/07/2026
Essential Qualifications
Desirable Qualifications
- NVQ level 2 or above qualification (or equivalent)
- Paediatric First Aid
Essential Experience
- Experience of working with or caring for children in Early Years
- Experience of working in an Early Years environment
Desirable Experience
- Experience of working with or caring for children of primary school age
- Experience of administrative work
- Experience of supporting children with special educational needs
For an informal discussion please contact:
Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to visit school. To arrange a visit, please contact Mrs Andrews School Bursar on 01257 462466.
Proposed Interview Date:
07/07/2026
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.
