Thank you for taking the time to consider Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School for the next stage in your professional journey. 

We are a school and a community, steeped in faith, love and hope; working together continually to bring the Kingdom of God alive here on Earth. At Our Lady’s, we live by our mission statement, “You are Precious in my Eyes”. Every member of our school family is valued, nurtured and inspired to be the very best version of themselves in all that they do; for themselves and for our children.

I am delighted to announce an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and passionate team at Our Lady Star of the Sea. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic part time Teaching Assistant to work 16.5 hours per week across three days. This is a split role, and the details are as follows:
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – 11 hours per week, to be worked over two days
• Teaching Assistant Level 2B (TA2B) – 5.5 hours per week, to be worked over one day
The post commences on 1st September 2026 and is offered on a fixed term basis for one academic year to cover a temporary shortfall in teaching/working hours.

In return we will offer the successful candidate a supportive, loving environment where taking risks and learning by our mistakes is integral to our learning community, with Christ firmly at its’ centre. Working alongside passionate practitioners within Our Lady’s will provide the challenge and support needed to become the inspirational teaching assistant our children so rightly deserve. 

Prospective applicants are welcome to visit the school and can arrange an appointment by calling the school office on 01253 726015.

Please refer to the application pack for the job description, person specification and further details. 

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 22nd May 2026 – midday
Shortlisting date: Monday 25th May 2026
Interview date: TBC w/c Monday 8th June 2026

Post details:
Required: 1st September 2026 
Contract: Fixed Term until 31/8/2027

HLTA
Grade: Lancashire pay Grade 7 - scale point range 19 to 25
Salary: £32,061.00 to £36,363.00 (pro-rata, pay award pending)
Hours: 11 per week

TA2B
Grade: Lancashire pay Grade 5 - scale point range 6 to 11
Salary: £25,989.00 to £28,142.00 (pro-rata, pay award pending)
Hours: 5.5 per week