Teaching Assistant Level 3 EYFS and KS1

St Theresa's Catholic Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 1EY

20 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
1 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
12 May 2026

Job details

Job role: Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern: Full time: Monday-Friday 35.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Contract type: Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary: £26,403-£28,598
Pay scale: Grade 4

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governors of St Theresa’s Catholic Primary School are looking to appoint a TA3 with experience of EYFS and/or KS1. Experience of working with SEND pupils is essential as the role could involve working with small groups or 1:1 support of children with SEND. This role is for 1st September 2026.

The right candidate will:

develop positive relationships with students, parents and staff
have the ability to work using their own initiative
have experience of working with children with a variety of complex learning needs
have a passion for working with pupils with a variety of needs and the inclusion agenda

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer:

a strong positive Catholic ethos and a school where everyone is valued and treated with respect
a welcoming, friendly and supportive team who work together to ensure the best outcomes for all our children
the opportunity to undertake a range of professional development opportunities
a committed and dedicated leadership team and Governing Body

Visits are highly recommended, please call school to arrange on 0114 2397251 or email admin@st-theresas.sheffield.sch.uk. Please also contact us if you have any questions or would like an informal chat about the role.

Please contact school for an Application Pack on 0114 2397251 or email admin@st-theresas.sheffield.sch.uk. Please ensure you apply using the CES application form.

Closing Date: Sunday 1st June 2026

Shortlisting: Monday 2nd June 2026

Interview: Week commencing 9th June 2026

Please return your completed application form to the Mrs S Vintin by email to admin@st-theresas.sheffield.sch.uk or by post to St Theresa’s Catholic Primary School, Prince of Wales Road, Sheffield S2 1EY.

We value our diverse workforce and aim to work together to make the most of our differences. We welcome applications from everyone. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.