Teaching Assistant - Grade 4

Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 1HT

15 days remaining to apply

Job start date
5 November 2024
Closing date
11 October 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
17 September 2024

Job details

Job role: Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern: Part time: Monday - Friday 32.5hrs
Contract type: Fixed term - 8 months
Full-time equivalent salary: £23,500

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Academy Trust part of the Diocese of Shrewsbury

Teaching Assistant - Grade 4

32.5 hours per week, temporary

The Governors are looking to recruit an outstanding Teaching Assistant to support children both in class and on a one-to-one basis across the school. The postholder will use their skills to support and deliver activities to contribute to effective teaching and learning. The successful candidate will have a confident, calm and patient approach and have high expectations of behaviour and attainment.

The days of work will be Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 3:30pm during term time, plus INSET days. Applicants for this post are encouraged to have or be studying for a TA qualification or have relevant experience.

Saint Mary’s is a thriving Catholic Community with 180 children on roll, including a Nursery. We have happy children who are eager to learn and a dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure and will follow a stringent vetting and induction process.

This position is temporary until July 2025. Applications must be submitted on a Catholic Education Service application form which is also available from the school website: www.saintmaryscongleton.co.uk

Closing Date: Friday 11th October 2024 at 12 noon

Interviews: Week beginning Monday 14th October 2024

Start date: Tuesday 5th November

What the school offers its staff

Saint Mary’s is a thriving Catholic Community with 180 children on roll, including a Nursery. We have happy children who are eager to learn and a dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to complete a Disqualification Declaration. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and pre-clearance including an enhanced DBS check.