Teaching Assistant Level 1

Teaching Vacancies; Heywood; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Governing Body support

Valued and respectful working env

CPD opportunities

Local Government pension scheme

Involvement with STOCCAT team

Job summary

Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School is seeking a Teaching Assistant - Level 1 to support learning across the primary age range. The role offers a welcoming environment and opportunities to contribute to school growth within the multi-academy trust framework.

The successful candidate will have experience with children in educational settings, familiarity with the curriculum, and strong teamwork and communication with parents and colleagues. Local government pension and CPD are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in a paid or voluntary capacity in an educational setting.
• Awareness and basic knowledge of the school curriculum within the specific age range.
• Ability to liaise sensitively and effectively with parents and carers, recognising role in pupils' learning.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all pupils and colleagues.

Skills

Experience with children

Curriculum awareness

Parental liaison

Team working

Relationship building

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant - Level 1 to. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust as it continues its journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

Our Lady & St Paul's R.C. Primary School is a caring, supportive and forward-thinking academy with a strong Catholic ethos and a committed, welcoming staff team. Located in Heywood, the school offers excellent transport links to Rochdale, Bury and Manchester, with the M60 and M62 within easy reach.

If you are passionate about making a difference, eager to contribute to a vibrant school community, and ready to support our continued growth, we would love to hear from you.

We are seeking an individual who:

• Has experience of working with children in a paid or voluntary capacity/ in an educational setting
• Has an awareness and basic knowledge of school curriculum (within specific age range)
• Has the ability to liaise sensitively and effectively with parents and carers, recognising role in pupils' learning
• Has the ability to work effectively within a team environment, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities
• Has the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all pupils and colleagues

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

Commitment to safeguarding

St Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children, and expects our staff to share this commitment. The post will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, a prohibition from teaching check, all qualifications verified and references will be taken up prior to the time of interview.