Teaching Assistant Level 2

St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Bolton, Lancashire, BL3 5RL

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  12 April 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  30 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Part time: 32.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Fixed term - until August 2027
• Pay scale: Grade 3 scp 5 – 6 Actual Salary £19,000 - £19,294 (£25,583- £25,989 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

St. Ethelbert’s is currently seeking a level 2 Teaching Assistant to work in EYFS. 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.

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and skilled TA2 to support teaching and learning in our Reception class. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to provide high-quality support across all areas of the EYFS curriculum, both within adult-led activities and continuous provision. They will help to nurture children’s communication, language, early literacy and number skills through play-based learning, skilled questioning and positive interaction. The role includes observing children’s development, contributing to assessment, supporting pupils with additional needs, and helping to create a safe, stimulating and welcoming classroom environment where every child can achieve, belong and thrive.

We are seeking an individual who has:

• Experience working in EYFS, preferably with an EYFS qualification
• At least a level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics
• The ability to implement literacy / numeracy programmes
• A willingness to work towards a Paediatric First Aid Certificate
• Awareness of inclusion in a school setting
• An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities
• The ability to organise and manage learning in ways which keep children safe
• Positive values, attitudes and behaviours, which can be modelled to the children
• The ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all pupils, families and colleagues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 217 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy website
• Email address: recruitment@stoccat.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-ethelbert-s-roman-catholic-primary-school-a-voluntary-academy

Arranging a visit to St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary 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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