1:1 Teaching Assistant- Level 2

St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary’s Catholic Primary Academy invites applications for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our team. The role is Level 2 and requires a commitment to supporting a pupil on a one-to-one basis within our welcoming school community.

The post is term-time only, 33.5 hours per week, with pay pro rata to hours worked. Salary offered includes a pro rata range £25,583–£26,824 and an actual salary range £19,923.36–£20,889.82.

Job description

St Mary’s Catholic Primary Academy

1:1 TEACHING ASSISTANT - LEVEL 2

Required from 1st September 2026

£25,583.00- £26,824.00 pro rata to hours/weeks worked,

Actual salary £19,923.36- £20,889.82

33.5 hours per week, term time only

St Mary’s Catholic Primary Academy, part of St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi- Academy Trust, is looking for an inspiring 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our Academy.

The successful candidate will have a passion for working with young people and an ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.

Preferably you will have experience in a similar role, however this is not essential.

We are looking for someone who is professional, engaging, dynamic and eager to contribute to the spiritual and academic development of the young people in our school.

We can offer a supportive working environment, where all staff are valued and where there are opportunities for professional development, including that of a strong membership in St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi- Academy Trust which helps us to share best practice and ideas.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy sooner should the right applicant apply.

Closing Date: 18th September 2026

Interviews: TBC

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment medical clearance. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), online searches will also be carried out for shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.