Thank you for taking the time to consider applying for the Welfare Assistant post in our school.
We are proud to be a part of the Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust (BEBCMAT). We are a vibrant school, full of life, and greatly value the contribution each individual makes to our school family. The children at Our Lady's form a close knit and caring community; are keen and interested in learning and above all enjoy attending Our Lady's. The school’s Governors are supportive and forward thinking.
There is a strong supportive team ethic at Our Lady’s and staff work hard to provide a broad ranging curriculum which offers a large variety of learning opportunities and experiences for all children and take great pride in their work with them.
Visits to school and further discussion about the post are welcome and appointments can be made by contacting the school.
We look forward to meeting you and wish you every success should you decide to apply for this post.
Please refer to the application pack for the job description and person specification.
BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.
Closing date for applications: Friday 23rd January 2026 - midday
Interview date: Friday 30th January 2026
Post Details:
Grade: NJC pay Grade A – scale point 2
Salary: £24,413.00 (pro-rata)
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
Hours: 5 per week, Monday - Friday, 1 hour per day between the hours of 12:15pm – 1:30pm TBC
Start Date: As soon as possible
Clare Duffill, Office Manager
01253 762833
clare.duffill@our-lady.blackpool.sch.uk
Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School, Blackpool would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:
