Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Stockport Council; Stockport; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

St Simon's Catholic Primary School in Hazel Grove, Stockport, is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join the team from January 2027. The role involves supporting pupils with diverse needs, delivering targeted interventions, and helping maintain the school's Catholic ethos.

It is a permanent, part-time position (31 hours per week, term time only) with a pro rata salary of £18,938 to £19,239. Interviews TBC.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification held.
• Experience supporting pupils with diverse needs.
• Ability to lead small group interventions in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Support the Catholic ethos of the school.

Responsibilities

• Lead small group interventions in Literacy and Numeracy to bridge learning gaps.
• Support pupils with SEND to access the curriculum.
• Foster the Catholic ethos through participation in prayer and assemblies.
• Collaborate with the Class Teacher to monitor progress and adapt resources.

Skills

Literacy/ Numeracy interventions

SEND support

Catholic ethos support

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

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.

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