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TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 1
| Ref | 196868J |
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| Number of Posts | 3 |
| Grade | Grade 3 . |
| Salary | £24796 to £ 25185 The position is term time only plus 5 INSET days |
| Term | Part-time. |
| Perm / FTC | Permanent. |
| Required | (01/06/2026 ) . |
| Hours | 32.75 hours a week. |
| Closing Date | 19/04/2026. |
Job Description & Employee Specification (467 KB)
- Location
- Chorley Astley Park School, Harrington Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1JZ (163 on roll)
Tel: 01257 262227
School website: www.astleypark.lancs.sch.uk - Summary
- Are you passionate about helping children thrive? Do you have a caring heart and a flexible, can-do attitude? Come and be a valued part of our nurturing and inclusive community at Astley Park School. As a Teaching Assistant Level 1, you'll work closely with dedicated teachers and therapists to support children and young people with special educational needs. From helping with classroom organisation to supporting pupils' personal and social development, every day will be rewarding and different.
This role focuses on:- Supporting pupils with physical and emotional needs, including hygiene, feeding, and mobility.
- Assisting in the use of specialist aids and equipment.
- Helping pupils build independence and social skills.
- Preparing classroom resources and creating a positive learning environment
- Accompanying pupils on school visits and activities.
We’re seeking someone who is:- Compassionate, patient, and committed to inclusive education.
- A strong team player with good communication skills.
- Flexible and eager to learn, with an understanding of confidentiality.
- Willing to undertake training in areas such as First Aid and safeguarding.
- Whilst experience and a relevant childcare qualification are desirable, what matters most is your enthusiasm, reliability, and readiness to make a positive impact. Why join us?
- Make a real difference in children's lives every single day.
- Be part of a supportive, friendly team with regular training and development opportunities.
- Work in a school that puts wellbeing, inclusion, and safety at the heart of everything we do.
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 –rata basis.
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. Closing Date for applications is Sunday 19 April 2026. - Desirable Qualifications
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- Relevant Child Care Qualification (or equivalent)
- Desirable Experience
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- Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
- For an informal discussion please contact:
- Please contact Liz Ascroft - 01257 262227
- Proposed Interview Date:
- 27/04/2026
- Equal Opportunities statement
- An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
- Rehabilitation
- 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 www.gov.uk/dbs 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 this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Additional Info
Other information (36 KB)Applications and further details are available from/returnable to
| Address: | Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: Business Support Team - bst@astleypark.lancs.sch.uk. |
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The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.
Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT -
COMMUNICATION AND INTERACTION LEAD
| Ref | 199422A |
|---|---|
| Number of Posts | 1 |
| Grade | Grade 7 . |
| Salary | £32061 to £ 36363 The position is term time only plus 5 INSET days |
| Term | Full-time. |
| Perm / FTC | Permanent. |
| Required | (As soon as possible ) . |
| Hours | 37 hours a week. |
| Closing Date | 17/04/2026. |
- Location
- Chorley Astley Park School, Harrington Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1JZ (161 on roll)
Tel: 01257 262227
School website: www.astleypark.lancs.sch.uk - Summary
- Astley Park is a vibrant special school serving 162 pupils aged 4–16 with complex SEND. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, communication-rich environment where every pupil can thrive. We work closely with NHS Speech and Language Therapists (SaLT) to ensure pupils receive tailored communication support. We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled HLTA to become our Communication & Interaction Lead. This role is pivotal in developing, coordinating, and delivering high-quality communication support across the school. You will work closely with teachers, TAs, and therapists to embed communication strategies and ensure every pupil has access to the support they need. Applicants who do not currently hold the HLTA qualification will be expected to undertake and successfully complete this within an agreed timeframe.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead whole-school communication approaches, including AAC, PECs, symbols, and Makaton.
- Deliver targeted interventions under SaLT guidance for pupils with communication needs.
- Act as the main liaison with NHS/private SaLT services, ensuring recommendations are embedded in daily practice.
- Provide coaching, modelling, and CPD to staff on communication strategies.
- Plan, lead and deliver training to staff, families and other settings & services
- Maintain communication resources, pupil passports, and progress records.
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, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis
Please note that this vacancy closes on Friday 17 April 2026. - Essential Qualifications
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- Recognised and relevant NVQ Level 3 Qualification or equivalent.
- Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy.
- Desirable Qualifications
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- NVQ Level 4 qualification or equivalent.
- HLTA Status.
- Essential Experience
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- Significant experience of supporting pupils with SEND.
- Experience of using AAC, visuals or total communication.
- Experience of delivering interventions.
- Experience of using data to monitor progress.
- Desirable Experience
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- Experience of co-ordinating SaLT programmes.
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team (SaLT, OT, EP).
- Experience of training or coaching staff.
- Experience of working in Special Schools.
- For an informal discussion please contact:
- Kieran Welsh, Headteacher - 01257 262227
- Proposed Interview Date:
- 29/04/2026
- Equal Opportunities statement
- An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
- Rehabilitation
- 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 www.gov.uk/dbs 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 this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Additional Info
Applications and further details are available from/returnable to
| Address: | Attached to the advert. . Please return completed application forms to our Business Support Team electronically - bst@astleypark.lancs.sch.uk |
|---|
The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.
Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
SITE SUPERVISOR 2A
| Ref | 200223 |
|---|---|
| Number of Posts | 1 |
| Grade | Grade 4. |
| Salary | £25185 to £ 25989 |
| Term | Full-time. |
| Perm / FTC | Permanent. |
| Required | (01/06/2026 ) . |
| Hours | 37 hours a week. |
| Closing Date | 24/04/2026. |
- Location
- Chorley Astley Park School, Harrington Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1JZ (161 on roll)
Tel: 01257 262227
School website: www.astleypark.lancs.sch.uk - Summary
- Astley Park School is seeking a reliable, proactive and committed Site Supervisor to join our dedicated team. This is a key role in ensuring our school environment is safe, clean, secure and well-maintained, supporting the best possible experience for our pupils, staff and wider community.
About the Role
Working under the direction of the Headteacher and senior leaders, you will contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the school by undertaking a range of caretaking, cleaning, maintenance and security duties. The role is hands-on, varied and vital to the life of the school.
Your responsibilities will include:- Opening and/or securing the school premises and acting as a key holder
- Carrying out cleaning duties to a high standard
- Undertaking minor repairs and basic DIY tasks
- Monitoring site safety, cleanliness and maintenance needs
- Supporting health and safety procedures, including routine checks
- Preparing the school for events, lettings and out-of-hours activities
- Responding to emergency situations, including call-outs where required
- Supporting and allocating tasks to cleaning staff where appropriate
About You
We are looking for someone who: - Works well as part of a team and takes pride in their work
- Has a flexible and positive approach
- Is organised, dependable and able to use their initiative
- Has good communication and interpersonal skills
- Has an awareness of health and safety practices
- Is willing to undertake training and development
Experience in cleaning, caretaking, maintenance or security-related duties is desirable, but not essential. Practical DIY skills and experience using tools or equipment would be advantageous.
Additional Information - Occasional evening or out-of-hours work may be required (e.g. lettings, events)
- The role includes responsibility as a key holder and emergency call-out response
- A commitment to good attendance and reliability is essential
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.
- Essential Qualifications
- Not applicable
- Desirable Qualifications
- Full Driving Licence
- Essential Experience
- Not applicable
- Desirable Experience
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- Experience of working as a cleaner
- Experience of undertaking manual tasks (eg maintenance, DIY)
- Experience of using powered equipment (eg floor buffer)
- Experience of security related duties
- For an informal discussion please contact:
- Liz Ascroft - SBM - 01257 262227
- Equal Opportunities statement
- An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
- Rehabilitation
- 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 www.gov.uk/dbs 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 this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Additional Info
Applications and further details are available from/returnable to
| Address: | Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: our Business Support Team - bst@astleypark.lancs.sch.uk |
|---|
The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.
Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.