<div><p>Location: Our Lady And All Saints Catholic Primary School, Brandreth Drive, Parbold, Wigan, WN8 7HD (105 on roll)</p><p>Tel: 01257 462466<br/>School website: www.ourladyallsaints.lancs.sch.uk</p><p>Summary: TA2a (1:1 support for child with SEND in EYFS)</p><h3>About the School</h3><p>Our Lady and All Saints Catholic Primary School is a small rural village school in West Lancashire. It is known locally for being friendly and inclusive. We have an outstanding Ofsted and Archdiocesan inspection rating and a high level of expectations for all pupils.</p><h3>Job Overview</h3><p>The governors are seeking a highly motivated Teaching Assistant to support a child with SEND in our Early Years.</p><h3>Requirements</h3><p><b>Professional Attributes</b></p><ul><li>Experience of working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage</li><li>Experience of working with children with SEND</li><li>Strong commitment to our Christian ethos</li><li>Outstanding classroom practitioner</li><li>Prioritises children’s learning and welfare, forging strong relationships with parents and the wider school community</li><li>Inspirational, motivational, and believes in our vision; committed to raising standards and making learning fun and creative for all</li><li>Committed team player, demonstrates flexibility and co-operation</li><li>Reflective practitioner open to new ideas</li><li>Cheerful disposition and good sense of humour</li></ul><p><b>Essential Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>See desirable (importance note)</li></ul><p><b>Desirable Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>NVQ level 2 or above qualification (or equivalent)</li><li>Paediatric First Aid</li></ul><p><b>Essential Experience</b></p><ul><li>Experience of supporting children with special educational needs</li></ul><p><b>Desirable Experience</b></p><ul><li>Experience of working with or caring for children in Early Years</li><li>Experience of working with or caring for children of primary school age</li><li>Experience of working in an Early Years’ environment</li><li>Experience of administrative work</li></ul><p><b>Benefits</b></p><ul><li>Exceptional children who enjoy learning</li><li>Friendly, professional, committed and supportive team of staff and governors</li><li>Warm and caring school family, including our dog Buddy</li><li>Hardworking, forward-thinking school with a culture of high expectations</li></ul><h3>Job Details</h3><p>This is a part-time, term-time only position. The salary quoted is full time equivalent and will be paid pro-rata if successful.</p><p>Closing date: 9am on 03/07/2026</p><h3>Application Process</h3><p>Please note CVs are not accepted. To apply, complete the attached application form. Search will be carried out as part of due diligence in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.</p><p>Contact: Mrs Andrews – School Bursar – Tel 01257 462466. Email head@ourladyallsaints.lancs.sch.uk</p><h3>Legal and Equality Statements</h3><p>Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.</p><p>We are an Employer covering 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. The DBS Code of Practice can be viewed at www.gov.uk/dbs.</p><p>We are a Disability Confident employer. All disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed.</p><p>We can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.</p><p>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p></div>