Teaching Assistant Level 2

St John Vianney's Catholic Primary School, Blackpool, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 6RD

3 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
7 August 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
4 August 2026

Job details

Job role: Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Part time
Contract type: Permanent
Full time equivalent salary: £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE) pay award pending

Teaching Assistant Level 2 job summary

Thank you for your interest in applying for the role of Teaching Assistant Level 2 at St John Vianney Catholic Primary School.

St. John Vianney Catholic Primary School & English Hub is seeking to appoint an inspirational staff member to join a team of dedicated staff working within Our Catholic School. We are seeking to appoint a highly committed and energetic person to join our team as a Teaching Assistant Level 2. The successful candidate will be expected to work under the guidance of the leadership team, Year Group Leader and class teacher.

The role also includes 5 hours of lunchtime welfare duties per week (1 hour per day).

Our school offers a range of professional development opportunities for the successful candidates. If you are looking for a position to make a difference to the young people and their families within our community, we would welcome an application.

We can offer:
A commitment to promoting staff well being.
Polite, well-behaved children that are Sincere, Joyous and Virtuous.
High quality bespoke CPD.
Supportive, collaborative and inclusive teamwork.

We are looking for a person who:
Supports us in delivering our Catholic ethos and mission throughout the school and the community.
Can thrive in a busy, fast-changing environment.
Is a positive thinker and solution focused.
Is self- driven to achieve the best outcomes for our children and families.
Has excellent communication skills.
Be an excellent, enthusiastic, flexible and self-motivated teacher.
Be able to deliver a rich, well balanced learning experience.
Have high expectations of children’s achievement, attainment, behaviour and attitudes.
Have a positive outlook and be keen to contribute to the success of our school.

Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description 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 7th August 2026 - midday
Interview date: Thursday 13th August 2026

Post Details
Teaching Assistant Level 2:
Grade: NJC pay Grade C - scale point range 5 to 6
Salary: £25,583.00 to £25,989.00 (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
Hours: 25 per week
Start Date: 1st September 2026

Welfare Assistant:
Grade: Foundation Living Wage
Salary: £13.45 per hour
Hours: 5 per week

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

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 2024, 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.