Location
Caton Primary School, Broadacre, Caton, Lancaster, LA2 9NH (78 on roll)
Tel: 01524 770104
School website: www.catonprimary.school
Summary
The governors of Caton Primary School are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join the Caton Primary School team.
This is a wonderful opportunity for the right candidate to work as part of a dedicated, supportive, friendly team and, as an employee of Lancashire County Council, to benefit from a comprehensive rewards package including pension and employee assistance programme.
In September 2025, we extended our early years provision to cater for 3 year olds and this has been very successful with every place filled. This is an exciting time to be joining the schools Early Years unit as we now plan to expand our pre school provision further.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of child development in the early years and be dedicated to nurturing and supporting our youngest children in their learning and development. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential as the successful candidate will be able to build strong, positive relationships with the whole school community.
They will be a strong team player, able to work well alongside colleagues and on their own initiative, planning and delivering engaging learning experiences, supporting childrens personal, social, and emotional development, and contributing to creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
This role is for a minimum of 32.5 hours per week across 5 days, however a willingness to work additional hours at breakfast club and/or after school club would be advantageous. When submitting your application, please state your availability to provide wraparound care.
Job shares will be considered.
Essential to this role is an appropriate early years qualification. Before applying, please check the list by clicking on the link below.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-qualifications-list-uk-only
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
If you are unavailable on the interview date (29th July), please state this when you email the application.
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.
For further information and an informal discussion, contact the Headteacher by emailing head@caton.lancs.sch.uk
Essential Qualifications
Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (e.g. CACHE level3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent)
Desirable Qualifications
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above
- Paediatric first aid certificate
Essential Experience
- Experience of working with children in an early years setting
- Knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures and the ability to maintain a safe learning environment
Desirable Experience
- Experience of using EYFS online learning journals (e.g. Seesaw)
- Experience supporting children with SEND
Experience planning and delivering Phase One phonics
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For an informal discussion please contact:
Contact the Headteacher - head@caton.lancs.sch.uk
Proposed Interview Date:
29/07/2026
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
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