apply online icon TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3 (COVERING MATERNITY LEAVE)

Ref 197117A
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 6 SCP 11-19.
Salary £28142 to £ 32061 Plus 5 INSET days
Term Part-time.
Perm / FTC Fixed Term Contract.
Required (23/2/2026 to 23/2/2027 (or return of postholder)) .
Hours 34.75 hours a week.
Closing Date 23/01/2026.

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Location
Chorley Astley Park School, Harrington Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1JZ (163 on roll)

Tel: 01257 262227
School website: www.astleypark.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people with complex needs? Do you thrive in a supportive, collaborative and inclusive school environment?   Astley Park School is a successful and vibrant special school catering for pupils aged 4–16 with a wide range of complex learning needs, including ASD, ADHD, sensory needs, medical conditions, and communication difficulties. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Level 3 to join our skilled and compassionate team.

As a Teaching Assistant Level 3, you will work closely with teachers to support the planning and delivery of a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to individual needs. You’ll help to create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment, empowering pupils to develop their academic, social, and independence skills.

Key Responsibilities:
 
  • Assist in planning and delivering learning activities for individuals and groups
  • Support pupils’ social, emotional, and personal development
  • Adapt and differentiate curriculum content
  • Provide cover supervision for classes where required
  • Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress
  • Develop strong, supportive relationships with pupils, parents, and carers
  • Contribute to behaviour management and safeguarding


    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.

    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.

    Closing Date: 9:00 am on 23 January 2026.
Essential Qualifications
  • NVQ Level 3 or above (or equivalent)
     
Desirable Qualifications
  • Level 2 or equivalent in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy
     
Essential Experience
  • Experience of working with children
  • Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment
     
Desirable Experience
  • Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
     
For an informal discussion please contact:
Liz Ascroft
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.

Additional Info

Applications and further details are available from/returnable to

Address: Application form attached. . Please return completed applications electronically to our Business Support Team. bst@astleypark.lancs.sch.uk

Positive about Disabled People 

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Disability Confident employerLancashire County Council

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

apply online icon TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2B COVERING MATERNITY LEAVE

Ref 199046
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 5 SCP 6-11.
Salary £25989 to £ 28142 Plus 3 INSET days
Term Part-time.
Perm / FTC Fixed Term Contract.
Required (23/2/2026 to 23/2/2027 (or return of postholder)) .
Hours 20.25 hours a week.
Closing Date 23/01/2026.

Apply Online

Location
Chorley Astley Park School, Harrington Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1JZ (161 on roll)

Tel: 01257 262227
School website: www.astleypark.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
Astley Park School is seeking to appoint a keen, enthusiastic and committed temporary Teaching Assistant Level 2B to join our friendly and supportive team on a part-time basis, covering maternity leave.  The position would be to work Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and wellbeing and who enjoys working as part of a collaborative school community.

The Role - under the direction of the class teacher, you will:
 
  • Support learning activities for individuals and small groups of pupils
  • Help monitor pupil progress and contribute to individual targets
  • Build positive, nurturing relationships with pupils to promote progress and attainment
  • Support pupils’ personal, social and emotional development
  • Assist with classroom organisation, resources and administrative tasks
  • Support positive behaviour and inclusion strategies
  • Provide short-term class cover when required
  • Work closely with teachers, parents/carers and other professionals

    We are looking for someone who:
     
  • Is enthusiastic, caring and motivated
  • Enjoys working with children and helping them achieve their potential
  • Can work effectively as part of a team
  • Has good communication and organisational skills
  • Is flexible, reliable and committed to supporting school life
  • Has experience of working with or caring for children (desirable but not essential)

    What we offer:
     
  • A welcoming, friendly school environment
  • Supportive colleagues and opportunities for professional development
  • The chance to make a real difference to children’s learning and development

    Astley Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

    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.

    Please note that this vacancy closes at 9am on 23/01/2026
Essential Qualifications
  • Not applicable
     
Desirable Qualifications
  • NVQ Level 2 or above qualification - appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
  • English/Literacy
  • Maths/Numeracy
     
Essential Experience
  • Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
     
Desirable Experience
  • Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment 
  • Experience of administrative work
  • Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
For an informal discussion please contact:
Liz Ascroft
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.

Additional Info

Applications and further details are available from/returnable to

Address: Application Form attached.. Please return completed application forms electronically to our Business Support Team - bst@astleypark.lancs.sch.uk

Positive about Disabled People 

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Disability Confident employerLancashire County Council

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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