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Teaching Assistant

Lostock Gralam CE Primary School

Reference: P/26/349392

  • Lostock Gralam CE Primary School, Cheshire
  • Grade 4; SCP 4-6 (Full time equivalent: £26,427- £26,847)
  • Part Time, Term Time
  • Temporary
  • Posted on 09/11/2026

The Governors of Lostock C of E Primary school are seeking an intuitive, positive and motivated teaching assistant to work with children in Key Stage 1 and to support children with special educational needs.

The post will be initially a temporary contract from January 2027 until 31st August 2027.

Lostock Gralam C of E Primary is a warm and welcoming school with strong Christian and family values that underpin the whole education of our children and is part of Chester Diocesan Learning Trust (CDLT).

The post holder will be able to support children in order that they can achieve their full potential; the role will be a mix of class-based support alongside an experienced teacher and supporting SEN children in KS1. The successful candidate will have a desire to put the child at the heart of all their actions, be hard working and an advocate of the school’s positive behaviour policy. Experience of teaching phonics is essential to the role.

The successful candidate will work 15 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am-12:00pm as a Teaching Assistant (Grade 4) and 2.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 12:00pm-12:30pm as a Midday Assistant (Grade 2)

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This appointment is subject to stringent vetting procedures. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks.

Closing date and shortlisting: 20th November 2026

Interviews date: 25th November 2026

For further information please contact: admin@lostockgralam.cheshire.sch.uk.

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  • Closing date: 20/11/2026 at 09:00

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