Teaching Assistant
TEACHING ASSISTANT 3
30 hours 50 minutes per week, term time + 5 Inset days
Grade 6 New Pay Spine Point 11-19 (£27,269 - £31,067) - please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent and will be paid on a pro-rata basis.
There are 2 posts available with the following start dates:
- 1st September 2025
- 29th September 2025
THE ROLE:
Balshaw’s values its team of Teaching Assistants very highly and has maintained a large group of TAs who all work at TA3 level. This is because our highly skilled team of TAs are able to plan and deliver teaching to small groups and have a very proactive role in the development and care of our students who need that closer level of care or supervision.
The school is looking to appoint two committed, enthusiastic individuals to the position of Teaching Assistant. The roles we are looking to fill will support teachers and students in any designated year group. The successful applicants will ensure that every child is able to gain the most from their education by supporting them with their additional needs to maximise their learning as required. We are looking for creative candidates who will make a big impact in the life and learning environment of our pupils.
As TA3s our teaching assistants can be called upon to provide cover at times. The successful applicants will have a keen interest in working with children and in supporting and developing their learning.
As a member of our successful Teaching Assistant team you will have good interpersonal skills, be flexible and focused on the needs and wellbeing of the child. You will be a team player with a ‘can do’ approach to work and a good sense of humour.
Other Information
All applications should be on the Lancashire County Council application form and can be obtained from the school website www.balshaws.org.uk. Completed forms should also be accompanied by a letter of application which should be no more than two sides of A4. In the letter you should indicate the reasons for your interest in the post, together with a brief outline of how your previous training and/or experience has prepared you for this position.
Applications should be marked for the attention of Mr S Haycocks, Headteacher and emailed to applications@balshaws.org.uk by midnight on Sunday 9th July Please ensure you quote the vacancy applied for in the subject line. Applications sent to other email addresses will not be accepted.