Ref
197976
Number of Posts
1
Grade
Grade 7.
Salary
£32061 to £ 36363
Term
Part-time.
Perm / FTC
Permanent.
Required
(05/01/
Closing Date
12/11/2025.
Location
Poulton-le-fylde St Chad's Church Of England Primary School, Hardhorn Road, Poulton-le-fylde, FY6 7SR (241 on roll)
Tel:
School website:
Summary
Governors at Poulton St Chad's C of E Primary are looking to appoint a permanent Higher Level Teaching Assistant who has the passion and enthusiasm to help children of all abilities reach their full potential and who will support teachers and SLT in continuing to raise standards across school. The postholder will be based in Key Stage 2.
We are looking for a someone who will:
* Be supportive of the Christian ethos of this school
* Have proven skills in inspiring children and helping to attainment in all subjects.
* Establish fair, respectful, highly inclusive and supportive relationships with children so that they can thrive
* Effectively communicate and work in partnership with families, carers, colleagues and other professionals.
* Have a good sense of humour
* Be professional at all times
* Show emotional and professional resilience
* Be a hardworking, loyal member of our team who will contribute to making our school even better.
We can offer you:
* Wonderful, well behaved children
* Engaged, supportive parents.
* A friendly, experienced and supportive staff and SLT
* Commitment to your professional development.
* An environment where you will be valued and celebrated yet challenged to improve.
* A commitment to your wellbeing - happy staff are good staff.
* A supportive Governing Body, who are dedicated in their support of the school.
* Beautiful school grounds located in a highly desirable area.
Visits to school are welcomed and are encouraged on Thursday 6th November at 9:15 or 1:30pm or Monday 10th November at 430pm. Please email the Headteacher to arrange your visit on
If you would like to apply for this role, please complete the Diocesan application form. You will also need to write a letter of application- no more than 1 side of A4, in font size 12, supporting your application.
Please have a look at our website and social media for more information. Thank you for your interest in our school.
Closing Date: Wednesday 12th November 2025 (noon)
Shortlisting: Thursday 13th November 2025
Proposed Lesson Observations: Tuesday 18th November 2025 (morning)
Proposed Interview Date: Tuesday 18th November 2025 (afternoon)
Proposed hours:
* Monday min lunch)
* Tuesday min lunch)
* Wednesday min lunch)
* Thursday min lunch)
* Friday 1-330
* Plus 1 hr PPA (can be taken at home)
We may have a small amount of flexibility on the hours- please get in touch if you have any questions.
Term time only + 3 INSET days.
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.
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.
Essential Qualifications
* Recognised and relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
* NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics / numeracy
Desirable Qualifications
* HLTA Qualification
Essential Experience
* Experience of working within the primary age range
* Have a proven track record of delivering high quality whole class lessons and group interventions
Be child centred and be prepared to put the needs of children of St Chad's first at all times
Desirable Experience
* Experience of working in different school settings
* Experience working with children from a range of backgrounds, with a range of behaviours and SEND
* Skills in Music, MFL or PE
Proposed Interview Date:
18/11/2025
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 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 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.