Teaching Assistant Level 2

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 4RX

23 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  15 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  23 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Term time, part time: 32 hours per week. Term time + 5 days
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Grade 3 scp 5 – 6 Actual Salary £19,833- £20,148 (£26,427- £26,847 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

St Cuthberts Roman Catholic High School are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust

It is expected at Level 2 that the postholder will work under the direction of teaching staff and may be responsible for some learning activities within the overall teaching plan to enable access to learning which will be in addition to undertaking the core duties of supporting the teacher, students and the school.

We are seeking an individual who has:

• Experience of working with &/or caring for children.
• The ability to organise and manage learning activities in way which keep children safe.
• Awareness of, and commitment to inclusion in a school setting.
• Awareness and understanding of school curriculum.
• The ability to establish fair, respectful, trusting, supportive and constructive relationships with children and young people.
• The ability to recognise and respect contribution that parents and carer can make to the development and wellbeing of children and young people.
• Demonstrate and promote positive value, attitudes and behaviour you expect from pupils with whom you work
• High expectation of all pupils; respect for their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds; and commitment to raising their educational achievements with a commitment to helping them fulfil their potential.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all pupils and colleagues
• Improve own knowledge and practice by participating in professional reviews.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

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

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

6.1 Teaching Assistant Level 2 JD.pdf - 256 KB (opens in new tab)

About St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1023 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy website
• Email address: recruitment@stoccat.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-cuthbert-s-rc-high-school-rochdale

St Cuthbert’s is a comprehensive High School situated in Rochdale, welcoming students aged 11 -16 from a wide variety of partner primary feeder schools. We are part of the St Teresa of Calcutta Roman Catholic Academy Trust.

St Cuthbert's is a vibrant, diverse and innovative school. Our faith is our inspiration and we aspire for all members of our community to 'Be the best that we can be in everything that we do'.

Arranging a visit to St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@stoccat.org.uk.

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