Reception Class Teaching Assistant 2B

RECEPTION CLASS TEACHING ASSISTANT 2B

198217A

• Number of Posts 1
• Grade Grade 5 SCP 6-11.
• Salary £25989 to £28142 Pro‑Rata
• Term Part‑time.
• Perm / FTC Permanent.
• Required (23/02/2026)
• Hours 31.25 hours a week.
• Closing Date 28/01/2026. Noon.
• Location Great Wood Primary School, Beaufort Road, Morecambe, LA4 6UB
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We are looking to recruit a skilled, enthusiastic and highly motivated TA to join our hard working team in our busy and stimulating reception unit. Please read our welcome letter and the job description for further details. Encouraging learning throughout the day in a busy environment, indoors and outdoors is challenging and tiring but each day is full of rewards and there is never a dull moment.

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‑rate basis.

Essential

Qualifications:

See Person Specification.

Desirable

Qualifications:

See Job description and welcome letter.

Essential

Experience:

See Person specification – experience working with children in a similar setting is essential.

Desirable

Experience:

See Job Description And Welcome Letter.

For an informal discussion please contact the school to arrange a visit. Questions can be directed to the headteacher over the phone.

Proposed Interview Date: 06/02/2026.

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community 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  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 available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

• Seniority level Entry level
• Employment type Part‑time
• Job function Administrative
• Industries Education