Teaching Assistant Level 3

Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy, Heywood, Lancashire, OL10 3PD

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  22 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  4 March 2026

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: 32.5 hours per week. Term Time Only plus 2 days
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Grade 5 scp 12 Actual Salary £18,609 - £18,901 (£28,598- £31,022 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who is passionate about helping children achieve their full potential within a caring Catholic school community.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers, the SENCo and senior leaders to support high-quality teaching and learning across the school. Responsibilities will include delivering small group interventions, supporting pupils with SEND, assisting with assessment and classroom preparation, promoting positive behaviour, and contributing to the wider life of the school.

At times, the role will require covering whole classes in the absence of the teacher, so confidence in leading learning and managing a classroom effectively is essential.

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 Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children, and expects our staff to share this commitment. The post will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, a prohibition from teaching check, all qualifications verified and references will be taken up prior to the time of interview.

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 3 JD.pdf - 262 KB (opens in new tab)

About Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 216 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy website
• Email address: recruitment@stoccat.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/our-lady-st-paul-s-rc-primary-school-a-voluntary-academy

Our Lady & St Paul’s RC Primary School is a caring, supportive and forward thinking academy, part of the St Teresa of Calcutta Roman Catholic Academy Trust. Based in Heywood, the school has excellent transport links to the surrounding areas of Rochdale, Bury and Man-chester with the M60 and M62 within easy reach.

Arranging a visit to Our Lady & St Paul's RC 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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