Level 3 Teaching Assistant

St Simon's RC Primary; Hazel Grove; Sur place; GBP 19 000 - 20 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

St Simon’s Catholic Primary School in Hazel Grove invites applications for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant. You will work 31 hours per week during term time, on a permanent basis, with a pro rata salary of £18,938–£19,239.

January 2027 start, with responsibilities across literacy, numeracy, SEND support and strengthening our Catholic ethos. You will collaborate with class teachers to deliver the curriculum in a creative way and help raise standards while fostering a caring, faith-centered learning

Qualifications

• Dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant with ability to inspire pupils.
• Supports interventions in Literacy and Numeracy to bridge gaps.
• Supports Catholic ethos and spiritual development in school life.

Responsabilités

• Lead small group literacy and numeracy interventions.
• Support SEND pupils to access full school life.
• Collaborate with class teachers to monitor progress and adapt resources.
• Help deliver the National Curriculum in a creative and engaging way.

Description du poste

St Simon's Catholic Primary School
Bosden Avenue
Hazel Grove
Stockport
Cheshire
SK7 4LH
0161 483 9696

Job Title: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Salary: £18,938 to £ 19,239 pro rata actual salary
Hours: 31 Hours per week
Working Pattern: Term time only
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: Monday 2nd November 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Start Date: January 2027 (or sooner)

The Governors of St. Simon’s Catholic Primary School seek to appoint a highly skilled and conscientious Level 3 Teaching Assistant, who is a dedicated and compassionate educator with the ability to inspire young minds. They wish to appoint someone who will play a pivotal role in supporting our pupils' academic and spiritual journey, who will work closely with class teachers to deliver high-quality interventions, support pupils with diverse needs, and help maintain our school’s distinctive Catholic ethos.

The successful candidate will be welcomed into a team committed to continually raising standards and will be responsible for working in designated classrooms or across the school. They will be effective in supporting our teachers to deliver the National Curriculum in a creative and enjoyable way. and will be expected to:

• Support Learning: Lead small group interventions in Literacy and Numeracy to bridge learning gaps.
• Empower Pupils: Work with all children, including those with specific educational needs (SEND), ensuring they have full access to school life.
• Foster Faith: Support the Catholic ethos of the school through participation in daily prayer, assemblies, and the spiritual development of our pupils.
• Collaborate: Work closely with the Class Teacher to monitor progress, adapt resources, and maintain a positive classroom environment.

St Simon’s offers:

• A warm, welcoming school community with a strong family atmosphere.
• Well-behaved, eager-to-learn pupils who take pride in their school.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development (CPD).
• A supportive leadership team that prioritizes staff well-being.

Applicants should demonstrate how they meet the criteria in the person specification in their supporting statement

Closing date: Monday, 2nd November 2026
Interviews: TBC

St Simon’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including DBS check and will then be required to sign the CES Contract.

Diocese of Shrewsbury in partnership with Stockport Local Authority

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Stockport Council Valuing Diversity

Supporting Documents

• application form
• notes to applicants
• reasonable adjustments statement
• Job Description
• Person Specification
• Disclosure form
• recruitment monitoring