TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A 1:1

Ref 199703A

Number of Posts 1

Grade Grade 4 SCP 4\-6\.

Salary £25949 to £ 25889 Pro\-Rata

Term Part\-time.

Perm / FTC Fixed Term Contract.

Required (asap to 31/12/26 initially) .

Hours 30 hours a week.

Closing Date 26/06/2026\.
Location
Melling St Wilfrid Church Of England Primary School, Lodge Lane, Melling, Carnforth, LA6 2RE (23 on roll)

Tel: 015242 21538

School website: www.melling.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
Melling St Wilfrid CE Primary, Lodge Lane Carnforth LA6 2RE (23 on roll) Tel: 015242 21538 School website: www.melling.lancs.sch.uk Summary The governors and headteacher of Melling St Wilfrid Church of England School are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 2 teaching assistant. The post will involve supporting a child in Reception with additional needs on a 1:1 basis. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro\-rata basis. The hours will be Monday\-Friday 9am\-3pm initially with the possibility of an extended contract. The post holders will be required to work alongside teaching staff to provide high quality learning opportunities. The post holders will also be required to provide lunchtime supervision.

The successful candidate will:

• be able to work effectively as part of a team


• have good knowledge of successful learning strategies


• be warm and nurturing


• take part in all aspects of school life


• be willing to support and embrace the Christian ethos of the school

The school offers:

• delightful and polite children who are keen to learn


• hardworking, caring and committed staff


• supportive parents


• a unique environment with extensive outdoor space


• opportunities to develop professionally


• a proactive Governing Body


• an ethos based firmly on Christian values

Please note that the requirement to have a faith reference is desirable only. Applications must be on the Blackburn Diocese application form. Melling St Wilfrid C E Primary School is committed to the safeguarding of all its pupils. This post will require an enhanced DBS clearance and references will be checked prior to appointment. Applications should be emailed to head@melling.lancs.sch.uk or posted to the school by 12pm on Friday 20th March 2026\.

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.

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.
Essential Qualifications
Mathematics or English GCSE or equivalent at Grade 4/C or above

• Desirable Qualifications


• Level 2 teaching assistant qualification

Paediatric First Aid Certificate

• Desirable Experience


• Experience of working with children across key stage 1 and 2

Experience of working with children with special educational needs on a 1:1 basis

• For an informal discussion please contact:

Please call school and ask to speak to Fiona Ip\- Headteacher
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 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.

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