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Avondale Primary School

Durham Road

Darwen

BB3 1NN

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Grade/Salary: Grade C, SCP 3

Contract Type: Fixed Term, Term Time, End Date: 31/08/2027

Contract Terms: 32 hours

Closing Date: Monday 2nd November 2026

Interview Date: Monday 9th November 2026

Required from: ASAP

TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW

The Governing Body of Avondale Primary School wish to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our friendly, successful school. The successful candidate will be self-assured, driven and a team player who has the ability to maintain our high standards; have a firm belief in the potential of all children and who will make a positive impact on the outcomes for the children at Avondale Primary School.

The role initially will be to work in Key Stage 1, though the ability to work across the whole of the primary phase would be required.

The ideal Teaching Assistant for this role must:

Promote the positive ethos and culture of the School to other staff, governors, parents, children and members of the wider community.

Have experience and confidence to work with children with Special Educational Needs including Autism and challenging behaviour.

Contribute to and actively support the overall ethos/work/aims of the School.

Comply with, support and promote all school policies and procedures, particularly those relating to child protection, equal opportunities, racial equality, health, safety and security, confidentiality, behaviour and data protection.

Should have a demonstrable record of commitment to ongoing professional development.

Our children are looking for a high committed practitioner who will:

Keep them safe

Take care of our children

Be friendly and fun

Help make our families happy

Listen to the children’s ideas

Listen to the teachers’ ideas

Be a caring and sharing person

Help the children take turns with the toys

Be good at organising

Our Governors are looking for a person who:

Is motivated and passionate about children and their learning and puts children at the centre of every decision

Is caring, compassionate and shows empathy towards children with significant needs

Has high standards and a commitment to ensuring all pupils achieve to their full potential

Has a clear vision for raising standards and motivating others to achieve the school’s aims

Is an outstanding and inspirational teaching assistant who works creatively and leads by example

Has significant knowledge of the National Curriculum and Early Years framework and statutory assessments

Is able to work with a rigorous assessment system and use data meaningfully to enhance pupil progress

Work well as part of a team with a positive attitude to innovation and change, is resilient and enjoys new challenges

Has a commitment to equal opportunities and broadening children’s experiences

Has a good sense of humour

We can offer:

A committed, hardworking team who strive to provide the best education for all children

An opportunity to work with enthusiastic and motivated children

A shared ethos of moving the school forward

Great, well resourced, learning environments

A bespoke package of Continuous Professional Development opportunities

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. Please contact our school office on 01254 703449 to book a visit.

Application packs are available to download above. Completed applications should be returned to the Headteacher via the above address, or via [email protected]

Closing date: Monday, 2nd November at 9am

Short Listing: Week commencing 2nd November

Interviews: 9th November

Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced Criminal Record Check, via the DBS. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expect all members of staff to share this commitment.

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.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands, or final warnings as well as convictions.