Location
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell, Bury Lane, Withnell, Chorley, PR6 8SD (90 on roll)
Tel: 01254 830400
School website: www.stjosephswithnell.co.uk
Summary
Teaching Assistant 3a (Temp post for Autumn Term)
The governors of St. Josephs Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and talented Teaching Assistant to support our Class 2, Year 2/3 cohort and work as part of our hardworking, dedicated team. The role would involve supporting the class teacher and supporting small groups of fifteen pupils. Our school is set in the small rural village of Withnell, Chorley in Lancashire.
We would like to appoint someone who is passionate about supporting our pupils and is prepared to go the extra mile, to continually improve provision and experiences for our children. The successful candidate must be committed to embedding and promoting the Catholic ethos of the school, forming positive relationships with children, staff, parents, governors, and the local community whilst maintaining high standards and expectations for all.
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.
Essential Qualifications
Level 3 Qualification
Essential Experience
Working in a school environment/ supporting groups of children
Proposed Interview Date:
08/07/2026
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.
