Teaching Assistant

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,785 - 19,382; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Career progression within Trust's网络

Job summary

St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi Academy Trust is seeking a Teaching Assistant at English Martyrs' Catholic School (LE4). The post is a fixed-term role until August 2027, offering 32.5 hours per week across 39 weeks per year.

The salary ranges from £18,785 to £19,381 actual, with full-time equivalent £24,796 to £25,583. The role involves supporting students, developing confidence, and working with teachers to maintain an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Patience, empathy and a genuine care for young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group support to students.
• Foster confidence and independence in learners.
• Collaborate with teachers to create an inclusive environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Employer: St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi Academy Trust

Location: English Martyrs' Catholic School - LE4

Hours: 32.5 hours per week / 39 weeks per year

Position: Fixed Term until August 2027

Salary: £18,785.48-£19,381.72 (Actual Salary) (FTE £24,796-£25,583 per annum)

Grade: Band 2 (Points 3-5)

Start Date: ASAP (Autumn Term 2026)

Closing date: 9.00 am 24th August 2026

Interview date: W/c 7th September 2026

Responsibilities

• Provide one‑on‑one and group support to students.
• Foster confidence and independence in learners.
• Collaborate with teachers to create an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine care for young people.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Enthusiasm for supporting diverse learning needs.

Benefits

• Career progression opportunities within the Trust’s network of schools.
• Pension – automatic enrolment in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with employer contributions of 28.68%, or the Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.
• Terms and Conditions – nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.
• Childcare – free access to before/after school childcare provided at Trust schools for employees’ children.

EEO Statement

We are a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long‑term health condition.