Teaching Assistant

Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension scheme

CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School in Nottingham is seeking a Teaching Assistant for a fixed-term role starting September 2026. The position is 32.5 hours per week, term time only, until 31 August 2027.

You will support pupils, work with teachers on engaging lessons, and contribute to a positive classroom environment. Salary ranges from £18,785 to £19,381 per annum, with a range of benefits through the Local Government Pension scheme and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for working with children.
• Proactive, adaptable approach to supporting staff and students.
• Respect for the Catholic ethos of the school.

Responsibilities

• Support children in reaching their academic and personal goals.
• Collaborate with teachers to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
• Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students needing additional support.
• Play an active role in maintaining a positive and inspiring classroom environment.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with children

Proactive, adaptable attitude

Respect for Catholic ethos

Job description

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our students on their journey to success. You’ll work closely with teachers to deliver engaging lessons, provide tailored support for individual students, and foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

There will be opportunities to develop within the school and make a valued contribution to our children's learning.

This is a fixed term role starting from September 2026, working for 32.5 hours per week, term time only, until 31 August 2027.

About us

Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School is a Primary school and is located in Clifton, Nottingham. We are an Ofsted-rated Outstanding school.

We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, bringing together the 35 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll:

• Support children in reaching their academic and personal goals.
• Collaborate with teachers to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
• Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students needing additional support.
• Play an active role in maintaining a positive and inspiring classroom environment.

What we’re looking for:

• Enthusiasm for working with children and helping them achieve their best.
• A proactive, adaptable approach to supporting both staff and students.
• A willingness to embrace and promote our Catholic ethos (you don’t need to be Catholic but must respect our values).

What’s in it for you?

• An actual salary of £18,785 - £19,381 per annum (OLOL Band 2; Scale Points 3 - 5)
• Wonderful students who have a passion for learning and deserve the very best.
• A team of talented and highly committed staff in a supportive working environment.
• Terms and Conditions - we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.
• Fantastic benefits:
• Entry into the Local Government Pension scheme with generous employer pension contributions.
• Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
• Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!
• A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.
• Term time only working.

Visits are warmly welcomed so you can see for yourself, and we encourage you to talk to us to learn more about the role. Please contact the school office on 0115 915 2392 or email at [e-mail] to arrange a visit or to discuss the role further.

You do not need to be a Catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools. Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants.