Teaching Assistant

Number on Role: 81 pupils Age Range : 3 - 11 Contract : Fixed Term until 31st August 2027 , 20.5 hours per week, Term Time Only + 1 week (39 working weeks) Salary: Grade 5, SCP 11, £28,142 per annum, pro rata £13,530.99 Required start: 1st November 2026 School website: www.olol.lancs.sch.uk We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will support pupils in their learning and personal development, working closely with class teachers to create a nurturing, inclusive and inspiring environment where every child can flourish. We are looking for someone who: Shares our commitment to the values and ethos of Catholic Education Is passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Essential Qualifications: Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English and Maths NVQ Level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post Visits to school are also welcome. Please contact bursar@olol.lancs.sch.uk to arrange a suitable date and time. For more information and to complete and application, please visit MyNewTerm Closing Date : 9am on Monday 7th September 2026 Shortlisting : Week commencing 7th September 2026 Interviews: Week commencing 14th September 2026 Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School is part of the Mater-Christi Trust in the Diocese of Lancaster. The Trust actively promotes diversity, unity and community cohesion and that it supports pupils to become successful, compassionate citizens. The Mater Christi Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Mater Christi Trust will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children’s Barred list check, two satisfactory references, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, carry out online searches for shortlisted candidates, and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children’s workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the ‘Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006’.