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Level 2 Teaching Assitant

St Josephs

Dudley

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Job summary

A Catholic primary school in Dudley is looking for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant. The candidate will support teachers in delivering the curriculum and maintaining the school's Catholic ethos. A minimum Level 2 qualification in education is required along with a commitment to safeguarding children. The role offers a full-time permanent contract with a starting salary of £21,404.34 annually.

Qualifications

Must respect the culture of a Catholic school.
Experience in teaching assistance or relevant education field required.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

Support teachers in delivering the curriculum effectively.
Respect and maintain the Catholic ethos within the school.
Assist in the educational and social development of students.

Skills

Respect and preserve Catholic ethos

Teaching assistance experience

Minimum Level 2 qualification

Education

Level 2 qualification or equivalent

Level 2 Teaching Assistant at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Job Reference # EDV/2025/SJCPS/33260

Location Hillcrest Road, Dudley, West Midlands, DY2 7PW

Contract Type Permanent

Contract Term Full-Time

Salary £21,404.34 Annually (FTE)

Closing Date 12:00pm, 10th Dec 2025

Start Date January 2026

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s) TBC

About this Role

St Joseph's Catholic Primary Schools (Dudley) is a voluntary Catholic Academy that is part of Saint Gabriel the Arch Angel Catholic Multi Academy Trust. The school has been judged as ‘Outstanding’ in our most recent RE, Collective Worship and Catholic Life Inspection and has a very strong Catholic ethos and excellent Parish links. It is popular, over‑subscribed, with a friendly and caring atmosphere and is a single‑form entry Catholic school. St Joseph's provides a happy and safe environment where everyone—children and adults alike—is given the chance to flourish.

The successful applicant will respect, preserve and develop the quality and distinctive culture of our Catholic school and will sign a Catholic Education Service contract. A practising Catholic is preferred. This post is suitable only for teaching assistants with a minimum level 2 or equivalent.

St Joseph's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects 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.