Bretherton Endowed COfE Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Road, Bretherton, Leyland, PR26 9AH (107 on roll)
Tel: 01772 600431
School website: www.brethertonschool.org.uk
Bretherton Endowed CE Primary School are looking for a friendly, dedicated Teaching Assistant to support our KS2 children. The role is a permanent variable hours contract for 14 hours a week covering mornings 8.45 - 12.00 with an additional 30 minutes supporting lunchtimes on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday ,
The role involves:
Under the clear guidance of the class teacher to implement structured learning activities and to assist individual/group of pupils to complete tasks.
To undertake activities to assist in monitoring the personal social and emotional needs of pupils.
To develop positive relationships with pupils to assist pupil progress and attainment.
To assist in the devising of pupil's individual targets and their monitoring and review.
Support pupils as part of a planned inclusion programme.
To assist in the development of varying skills that support pupils' learning
Support for the Teacher
To assist in the monitoring/recording of pupil progress, problems and developmental needs.
To assist in the production of teaching aids.
To undertake routine classroom administrative tasks including class lists.
To assist in pupil supervision and assist in the management of pupil behaviour.
To provide information to the class teacher to assist in the planning of work programmes.
To provide clerical and administrative support
Support for the School
To assist in providing an atmosphere in which effective learning can take place.
To support the promotion of positive relationships with parents and outside agencies.
To work within school policies and procedures.
To attend staff training as appropriate.
To take care for their own and other people's health and safety.
To support the Christian ethos of school in relationships and interactions with others
To be aware of the confidential nature of issues related to home/pupil/teacher/school work.
Support for the Curriculum
To assist the delivery of educational and developmental work programmes.
To support the use of ICT in learning activities
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, 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.
Qualifications
NVQ level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post(or equivalent)
4 GCSE A-C grade or equivalent ( inc English and Maths)
First aid certificate ( willingness to complete)
Experience of working with children within Key Stage 2
Experience of delivering learning to groups and to relate well to children
Ability to model and promote the Christian ethos and values of the school
Ability to work as part of a team but also on own initiative
Good communication skills
Ability to supervise and assist pupils, supporting vulnerable groups within the classroom
Time management & organisational skills
Ability to show initiative
Knowledge of classroom roles and responsibilities
Knowledge of the concept of confidentiality
Good numeracy and literacy skills
Flexible attitude to work
Contact the school office on 01772 600431 or bursar@bretherton.lancs.sch.uk or head@bretherton.lancs.sch.uk
08/05/2025
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the communityRehabilitation 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.
