Senior Teaching Assistant (STA)

St Benedict's Catholic High School; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Whitehaven seeks a Senior Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 and small group support for students with Special Educational Needs. The ideal candidate should possess strong literacy and numeracy skills and an NVQ 3 qualification. This is a part-time, term-time only position with a salary of £19,235 - £20,502 based on actual hours worked.

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy skills required.
• Relevant NVQ 3 qualification or equivalent needed.
• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support in classes for students with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities.

Skills

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs

Education

NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

SENIOR TEACHING ASSISTANT (STA) – Required November 2025

NJC Scale 4 £26,403 - £28,142 per annum pro rata. Part time, term time only permanent contract. 30 hours and 5 minutes per week over 5 days (actual salary £19,235 - £20,502 based on 46.6 weeks).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support in classes for students with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• A relevant NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification.
• Appropriate experience as a Teaching Assistant would be preferred.

Safeguarding

St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students. All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines. This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure.

How to Apply

Please email enquiries to Andrea Hartley, HR Manager at [e-mail].

The application form and job description can be downloaded from the school website at www.st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk.

Applications are to be made using the CES Application Form and sent to Andrea Hartley, HR Manager.

Important Dates

Closing date for applications: noon on Friday, 10th October 2025. Interviews will be held shortly thereafter.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.