Location
Eccleston Primary School, Doctors Lane, Eccleston, Chorley, PR7 5RA (207 on roll)
Tel: 01257 451114
School website: www.ecclestonprimary.co.uk
Summary
Eccleston Primary School Lancashire
We are seeking to appoint a full-time Higher Level Teaching assistant (HLTA) from September 2026.
Hours of work will be Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm with 30 mins lunch - 32.5 hours per week - Term Time plus one week.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is ambitious, reliable and friendly. We are looking for someone who will go the extra mile for our pupils alongside the rest of our welcoming team. In return, we can offer pupils who are enthusiastic about their learning, have a fantastic attitude, and demonstrate excellent behaviour.
The role will include covering PPA and designated release time across whole classes from EYFS to Year 6.
At Eccleston we are resilient, resourceful, kind, fair and we build positive relationships. These values are at the heart of everything we do.
The successful candidate will:
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and wider members of the school community
- Plan, teach and assess learning opportunities effectively, in line with the schools curriculum
- Maintain a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment, that fosters enjoyment of learning
- Adhere to school policy and procedures
- Be flexible in their approach, dependent on schools needs
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- HLTA certification.
- Experience in a primary school setting, capable of managing whole class teaching.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the needs of the school and its pupils.
- Commitment to professional development and learning.
School visits are encouraged on Monday 15th June @4pm. Please contact the school office 01257 451114 / [email protected] to book this.
The closing date is Friday 19th June @ 12.00pm.
Proposed interviews week commencing: 29th June (TBC)
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 plus one week. Please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
Interview dates: W/C 29/06/2026
Essential Qualifications
- HLTA certification.
- Experience in a primary school setting, capable of managing whole class teaching.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the needs of the school and its pupils.
Commitment to professional development and learning.
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For an informal discussion please contact:
Miss Emma Cooper - Headteacher
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.
