Location
Sir John Thursby Community College, Eastern Avenue, Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 2AT (1126 on roll)
Tel: 01282 682313
School website: www.sirjohnthursby.lancs.sch.uk/
Summary
Female Teaching Assistant 2a/2b (dependant on experience) (with personal care duties)
32.5 hours per week (8:1515:15 Mon-Fri), TTO + 1 week
1 permanent post, 1 temporary post to cover maternity leave
We are characterised by how we treat our people
We are incredibly proud of our ambitious, curriculum focused, research-driven school. Our vision is built around the principles of ambition, respect and belonging and we have a strong commitment to the development of our staff as outstanding professionals.
We wish to appoint an enthusiastic person, with the skills and ability to support students and establish positive relationships to promote excellent learning. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive team, committed to ensuring our young people are safe, healthy and supported to achieve.
Please refer to the application pack for the full job advert
We are looking for Teaching Assistants who will:
- Assist in the specific medical/care needs of pupils, including intimate personal care such as toileting/changing
- Develop positive relationships with students to assist their progress and attainment
- Implement structured learning activities, monitor and review pupil achievements relating to their targets
- Model ambition, respect, belonging, hard work and a good sense of humour
Due to the personal care requirements of this role, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the successful applicants to be female.
Salary will be dependent upon experience:
TA2a Grade 4 pt 4-6
TA2b Grade 5 pt 6-11
For an application pack please:
- download from the college website: www.sirjohnthursby.lancs.sch.uk
- or email [email protected]
- or telephone 01282 682313
Send your completed Application form (only the version attached) stating which post you wish to apply for to: [email protected]
Closing date: 9am Tuesday 23rd June 2026
Shortlisting: Thursday 29th June 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 8th July 2026
The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and other recruitment checks.
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.
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For an informal discussion please contact:
Matt Renshaw, Headteacher
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.
