Brownedge St Mary's Catholic High School, Station Road, Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 6PB (773 on roll)
Tel: 01772 339813
School website: www.st-maryshigh.lancs.sch.uk
Teaching Assistant
27.5 Hours per Week Term Time Only
Level 2B Grade 5 (Point 6 £25,989 to Point 11 £28,142)
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.
Governors wish to appoint a Teaching Assistant. The successful applicant, under the teachers clear guidance, will work with individuals or small groups, to support the education, personal and social development of pupils in the class including those with special needs and/or bilingual needs. The role would be to ensure pupils remain on task and to report progress to the teacher.
The successful candidate will:
- You will be required to establish positive relationships with pupils and assist them to complete structured learning activities.
- have a genuine passion for working with young people and a commitment to helping every child achieve their full potential.
- build positive relationships with pupils, providing the encouragement, support and challenge needed for them to succeed.
- demonstrate patience, resilience and empathy, particularly when working with vulnerable pupils and those who face barriers to learning.
- work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and contributing positively to the wider life of the school.
.Pupils are united in their praise for the schools inclusive ethos. One pupil reflected the views of many, saying, You dont have to be afraid to be yourself here.
Pupils and their parents and carers describe Brownedge St Marys as a school with a family feel where everyone is valued. Relationships between pupils and staff are built on genuine warmth and respect. Pupils are polite and respectful to each other and well cared for by staff.
OFSTED May 2025
The pastoral provision is exceptional. The school is extremely welcoming, and the sense of community is palpable. (Gospel) values are lived out, permeate the school and are exemplified by strong positive relationships resulting in a united and joyful community. Staff have excellent relationships with students. Students are extremely respectful CSI Inspection November 2022
Further information and an application pack are available to download from the school website:www.st-maryshigh.lancs.sch.uk or by calling the school reception. Please return completed application to
[email protected] or by addressing to Mrs D Walmsley at the school.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 an on-line search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted Candidates. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure with the DBS.
Brownedge St. Marys Catholic High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring the safety of all its children and young people.
Please refer to our school website www.st-maryshigh.lancs.sch.uk. : Our School Policies Child Protection
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
Closing Date: Midnight 08/07/2026
Informal discussions and visits to the school can be arranged by contacting school on 01772 339813 ,
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
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.
