Teaching Assistant

Mother Teresa Catholic Academy Trust; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School in Maidenhead is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their friendly team. The role supports teaching and learning in the school and nursery and offers both full-time and part-time hours during term-time.

Start date is as soon as possible and the successful candidate will work under the guidance of the School Business Manager. Candidate should have excellent communication, enjoy working with children, and be flexible, committed, and eager to learn.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and enjoys working with children.
• Flexible, committed and willing to learn.
• Experience of working with children in a school setting is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning activities across the school and nursery.

Skills

Communication skills

Working with children

Flexibility & willingness to learn

Job description

# Teaching AssistantEmployer: St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary SchoolLocation: Maidenhead, BerkshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeContract Length: 1 YearSalary: £24413-£27938 Depending on prior experiencePosted: 10th September 2026Expires: 22nd October 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573317Job Reference: TA0926* Share :* Print**Teaching Assistant required**Full time and part time hours available. Term time onlyStart: As soon as possibleSalary: Full Time £24413- £27938 depending on experience (pro rota)We are seeking a teaching assistant to join our friendly and collaborative team to support teaching and learning needs within the school and nursery.We are looking for someone who:• Has excellent communication skills.• Enjoys working with children.• Is flexible, committed and willing to learn.• Will follow school policies whilst also being able to show initiative.Experience of working with children in a school setting is desirable but not essential.We offer:• The opportunity to work with our fabulous children!• Supportive and skilful colleagues who provide the highest standard of provision.• A positive work environment with opportunities for on-going professional development.• A leadership team committed to the wellbeing of children and staff.For more information, job specification or to arrange a visit the school prior to application, please contact Sarah Hubbard, School Business Manager.Applications considered on receiptSt Edmund Campion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.