TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2

Ref

202162

Number of Posts

2

Grade

Salary

£26016 to £ 26847 Pro-Rata

Term

Part-time.

Perm / FTC

Permanent.

Required

(ASAP ) .

Hours

27.5 hours a week.

Closing Date

30/10/2026.

• Person Specification (28 KB)

Location

Crawshawbooth Primary School, Burnley Road, Crawshawbooth, Rossendale, BB4 8AN (297 on roll)

Tel: 01706 228664

School website: www.crawshawboothprimary.co.uk/

Summary

Teaching Assistant Level 2A

Make a Difference Every Day at Crawshawbooth Primary School

Do you believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed?

Crawshawbooth Primary School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Level 2A Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and hardworking team.

We are a school where relationships matter. Our pupils are at the centre of everything we do, and we are committed to ensuring they feel safe, valued, inspired and challenged. We are looking for someone who shares our vision and is passionate about supporting children to achieve their potential.

The successful candidate will work under the guidance of teachers to support pupils' academic, social and emotional development, helping individuals and small groups access learning and make strong progress. Lancashire's Level 2A Teaching Assistants support learning activities, pupil progress and inclusion programmes under teacher guidance.

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with children and building positive relationships.

• Has a nurturing approach and a commitment to inclusion.

• Can support pupils with a range of learning and additional needs.

• Is organised, reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team.

• Has high expectations of behaviour, attendance and achievement.

• Is committed to the values and ethos of our school.

  We can offer:

• Friendly, polite and enthusiastic pupils.

• A welcoming and supportive school community.

• Dedicated and experienced colleagues.

• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

• The chance to make a meaningful contribution to children's lives every day.

  At Crawshawbooth Primary School, we believe that every member of staff plays a vital role in helping children succeed. If you are enthusiastic, caring and ready to make a difference, we would be delighted to receive your application.

  Together, we can help every child thrive.

  Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, 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.

  The closing date is 30/10/2026 at 12 noon

Essential Qualifications

• To hold a level 2 or above diploma/NVQ in Children's Learning and Development

• To hold suitable level 2 literacy and numeracy qualifications

Enhanced DBS clearance

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience of working in a relevant classroom environment

You will be expected to support across the full range of special educational needs, learning difficulties and disabilities, this will include supporting Teaching and Learning, moving and handling, managing behaviours that may challenge and intimate care/health needs.

For an informal discussion please contact:

If you would like to have an informal discussion please contact the school office on 01706 228664

Proposed Interview Date:

12/11/2026

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.