Location
Ellel St. John's CE Primary School, LA2 0JS
Chapel Street
Tel: 01524 751320
School website: ellelstjohns.school/
Summary
Ellel St. Johns Church of England Primary School is looking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and energetic teaching assistant for a Key Stage 1 or 2 class. We are looking for someone to come and join our close-knit and dynamic team and help us to live out our vision of nurturing and developing the whole child. The ideal candidate will have experience working in Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2. Ellel is a happy and welcoming Church school where all members of our community love, live and learn in the light of Christ. We are looking for a teaching assistant who:
- is passionate about working with children and making a difference to their lives
- fully supports the Christian ethos of the school
- is a strong classroom practitioner and open to continued professional development
- is committed to promoting positive attitudes to learning and behaviour
- builds positive relationships with children, parents, staff and the community
- who works well within a team
- can use English, maths and computing skills effectively
- recognises the strengths and challenges of each child and is able to work with the class teacher and address next steps for learning
- is willing and able to cover the class if necessary under the direction of the class teacher
- would be willing to accompany a class on their residential visit if necessary
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 for 30 hours a week, term time only. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
If you would like to visit school, please phone our school office on 01524 751320 to arrange this.
Please return applications by midday on Thursday 18th June.
Essential Qualifications
English and maths GCSE or equivalent qualification.
Desirable Qualifications
First Aid
Essential Experience
Working in a school setting
Desirable Experience
Behaviour qualifications
For an informal discussion please contact:
For an informal discussion, please contact the school office on 01524 751320
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.
