DescriptionEmployerLocation
Teaching Assistant
30 hours per week, Part Time
Fixed Term
Term Time Only, 43.89 weeks per year
We have an exciting opportunity for a strong candidate to support teaching and learning at Warton St Paul's C of E Primary Academy. This role is varied, and we are looking for an adaptable, flexible and resourceful individual who is able to cope in a high-pressure environment and deal with constantly changing priorities. The successful candidate will join us at an exciting time in the life of our school and assist in meeting the personal, social and educational needs of our children.
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, conscientious and creative Teaching Assistant, to join our committed and hardworking staff team, at an exciting time in the life of our school.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
1. Working with the class teacher to deliver excellent teaching and learning
2. Coaching children on a 1:1 or group basis
3. To embrace and support our clear Christian values underpinning school life
4. Accompanying groups on trips
5. Supporting assessment and evidencing learning
6. Working with the teacher to create stimulating classroom displays and learning resources
7. Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all learners
8. Creating opportunities forall learners to reach their potential, irrespective of ability
WHAT WE OFFER:
9. Flexible, term-time hours
10. The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school
11. Good opportunities for personal and career development
12. Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
13. Access to health and wellbeing support for you and your family
14. Employment within a Trust committed to equality of opportunity and nationally and locally negotiated pay arrangements
15. Terms and conditions protected through a formal trade union recognition agreement with all the major education and support staff unions, and supported through regular JCNC meetings
16. Access to employee benefits and rewards through Perkbox
17. Cycle to workscheme
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
18. GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above
19. Previous childcare experience
20. A proven ability to work on their own initiative
21. A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults
22. The ability to use relevant technology/equipment
23. A can-do attitude
24. A commitment to the happiness, well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.
Advert End Date: Friday 20th February 2026 at 12pm
Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing Monday 23rd February 2026
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Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our safer recruitment pre-employment checks on shortlisted candidates.
We are a member of Cidari Multi Academy Trust, established in November 2013, a growing educational trust and part of the Blackburn Diocese. Cidari Education is committed to providing high quality education for all children in our academies based on clearly established Christian values and principles.
Cidari Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The above post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure & Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions. Further information is available below.
Safeguarding Statement
Warton St Paul's Church of England Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.