At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' welfare and well-being in a vibrant primary school environment.
- Company: Join the Fylde Coast Academy Trust, dedicated to excellence in education.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, ongoing support, generous family leave, and health services.
- Other info: Be part of a nurturing team in a school with a positive atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on young lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for supporting children and a caring attitude.
Academy: Westcliff Primary Academy
Contract: Permanent, Part time (6.25 hours), TT+ 2 days
Salary: NJC Pay Scale Grade A, Fixed Point 2, pro rata salary will be £3,509 per annum
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 1st September 2026, 9am
Join Team FCAT Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012. Our trust aims to ensure first class learning opportunities for all young people across the Fylde Coast and across Lancashire. The trust has grown to include 10 academies with primary, secondary and all through as well as the Central Services and School Improvement team. Our values of excellence, integrity and resilience guide us to be the best we can be. Learners are at the heart of what we do and their outcomes and successes are what drive us.
About Westcliff Primary Academy
Thank you for your interest in this position at Westcliff, which is a wonderful place to work! Visitors to our little school always comment on the positive atmosphere and the vibrant surroundings. Westcliff Primary Academy is a one form entry academy, with a nursery (which caters for children from 2 to 4 years of age). We are situated in Bispham, in the north of Blackpool. At Westcliff, we strive to provide the very best education. We develop the “Whole Child”. We want our pupils to leave school with excellent subject knowledge and skills in addition to being outstanding members of our community. Nurturing our future citizens of tomorrow, ensuring that they are respectful, caring and empathetic, determined to achieve!
We teach our children that their safety is paramount and equip them with the life skills that they need to prepare for life in the wider world. At Westcliff Primary Academy, our expectations are high. We work together with parents to ensure the best outcomes for our pupils; our children typically achieve above national averages in all key stages, making at least expected progress. All of our talented, nurturing staff are highly skilled and take part in continuous professional development including trauma informed approaches. This allows us to ensure that we are implementing the best possible practice.
We have achieved ELKLAN’s “Communication Friendly” Status. We take pride in our Beach School status and are the only school in Blackpool to have achieved this. Our bespoke Beach School lessons complement our creative curriculum. We hold the Music Mark and Primary Science Quality Mark (PSQM) and we are incredibly proud of our Anti-Bullying Silver Mark award. We offer a diverse and inclusive curriculum where difference is celebrated; in recognition of this, we have been awarded the Rainbow Flag award. We also recognise the importance of physical activity and the health benefits surrounding this. We promote both physical and mental well-being and have an excellent sports provision, winning the Blackpool Active Lives Primary School of the Year at the Community Awards 2023 and repeatedly achieving the School Games Gold Award. Our children especially enjoy OPAL - outdoor play and learning - at break times.
Why choose FCAT?
- Ongoing support and development in your role
- Automatic pay progression annually for teaching and support staff
- 25% discount for FCAT in house Breakfast and After School Club provisions
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - generous employer contributions above 16%
- Flexible working hours - full time/part time or term time only supporting longer holidays
- A range of generous family leave options and pay
- 24/7 access to free health support services, including an online GP
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free annual flu vaccine
- Free eye tests* (*conditions apply)
For any questions regarding the vacancy please contact Katie Walker, at k.walker@westcliff.fcat.org.uk
The Fylde Coast Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All staff are carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures that comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Following shortlisting this may include an online search and following an offer an enhanced DBS clearance.
Welfare Assistant - Westcliff Primary Academy employer: Fylde Coast Academy Trust
Westcliff Primary Academy, part of the Fylde Coast Academy Trust, is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a positive and vibrant work environment. With a strong emphasis on professional development, flexible working hours, and a commitment to employee well-being, staff are supported in their roles while contributing to the holistic development of students. The academy's unique Beach School status and recognition for excellence in various areas make it a rewarding place to work, where educators can truly make a difference in the lives of young learners.
