Teaching Assistant
Lancashire County Council, Padiham, Burnley
Teaching Assistant
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Lancashire County Council, Padiham, Burnley
- Part time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 13 Apr | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 9ed25d725f2346db8ba869bb2d66096c
Location ref: Padiham, Burnley
Full Job Description
Scope of role: Under the general supervision and direction of the teacher, to plan and implement learning activities for individuals and groups. To monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher and establish supportive and constructive relationships with pupils, parents and carers. To provide short term cover for classes to which the Teaching Assistant is normally assigned, when the class teacher is unexpectedly unavailable. In addition to the following duties, the post holder may be required to undertake the duties normally associated with a lower graded Teaching Assistant post, and those related to a Special School environment, for example intimate/personal care duties, moving and handling, and supporting children with medical conditions and complex needs. Please note: This post is pro-rata. Working days are TERM TIME ONLY (plus 5 days INSET) and advertised salaries will be the full time equivalent. This post is advertised as full week Monday to Friday with working patterns to be discussed at interview. 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 apply via our website's application portal. The closing date is 12pm 01/05/2026
- NVQ level 2 or above qualification -appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
- Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy Essential Experience
- Ability to relate well to children
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- Knowledge of the concept of confidentiality
- Good numeracy and literacy skills
- Ability to make effective use of ICT
- Flexible attitude to work Desirable Experience
- Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
- Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment
- Experience of administrative work
- Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
- Experience of intimate care and medication administration procedures