Overview
Location: Clayton Le Moors All Saints Primary School, Church Street, Clayton-le-Moors, Accrington, BB5 5HT (266 on roll)
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The Trustees at All Saints' CE Primary School are looking for a warm, caring, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly school team. The role will involve providing one-to-one support, working closely with the class teacher to support a year 5 pupil with an EHCP. You will be part of a supportive team and will also work with a range of wider professionals, all focused on helping the child feel confident, included, and able to flourish at All Saints'. All Saints' is a welcoming primary academy with 266 children on roll. Our dedicated staff team work together to provide an inspiring education rooted in our vision for everyone to "let their light shine." We are fortunate to have fantastic outdoor spaces, which we continue to develop and use regularly to support high-quality outdoor learning experiences. This is a lovely opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and making a positive difference within a caring school community.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one support, working closely with the class teacher to support a year 5 pupil with an EHCP.
- Be part of a supportive team and work with a range of wider professionals to help the child feel confident, included and able to flourish.
- Contribute to creating a positive, caring environment and lead by example within a team.
- Demonstrate resilience and initiative to explore creative ways to ensure the child can access learning in the school.
What we offer
- Training as required
- A vibrant, positive atmosphere throughout the school
- A popular, successful school
- A shared commitment to providing the best possible education and experiences for the children in our care
- An experienced, dedicated staff team
Essential Qualifications
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4 or above)
- Level 2 teaching assistant qualification or equivalent
Essential Experience
- Experience of working with children with special needs
- Experience of working with children in a KS2 setting
Desirable Experience
- Experience of working with children with autism and ADHD
- Experience of working with children with communication difficulties
- Experience of working 1:1 with children
Additional Information
Proposed Interview Date: 03/06/2026
Equal Opportunities: An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
Rehabilitation: The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure. Information will be treated confidentially in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice. More information is available on the DBS website or from the recruiting manager. Lancashire County Council has a DBS handling policy.
Applications: Applications are by completing the attached application form. CVs are not accepted. Please return completed applications electronically to .
Other details: This post is part-time, 9:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term-time only. The salary quoted is the full-time equivalent and will be pro rata. This is a fixed-term position until 31 August 2027, with the possibility of extension subject to budget availability. The closing date for applications is 9:00am on 18 May 2026.
Eligibility: Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.
Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
