Teaching Assistant Level 2

Knowsley Libraries; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

St Columba’s Catholic Primary School in Knowsley is seeking motivated Teaching Assistants (Level 2) to support pupils from Early Years through to Key Stage 2. The role is permanent, part-time/term-time with 27.5 hours per week, under the direction of the class teacher.

You will assist with care and learning activities, participate in planning and delivering programs of support, and contribute to a caring, inclusive Catholic ethos that champions pupils’ academic and pastoral progress.

Qualifications

• Be committed to an inclusive and caring environment and the achievement of every pupil in our care.
• Have experience of working as a TA.
• Have experience of working with SEN children.
• Have high expectations and standards.
• Be flexible and adaptable and able to work as part of a dedicated and committed team.
• Have Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification or above.
• Have classroom experience and be able to work independently using your own initiative.
• Be dedicated to ensuring children make academic and pastoral progress.
• Have excellent attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Work with and supervise the physical and general care of children under the direction of the teacher.
• Provide general support to the teacher in managing pupils in the classroom.
• Take part in planning, development and implementation of programs of support for pupils when required.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Flexible

Teamwork

Punctuality

Commitment

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.

• Location: St Columba’s Catholic Primary School Hillside Road, Huyton, Knowsley
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 27.5 hours per week.
• Closing Date: 17/09/2026 at 12:00
• Reference: SVP 0878

The Governors of St Columba’s Catholic Primary School are looking to appoint highly motivated, enthusiastic Teaching Assistants (Level 2), with relevant experience and qualifications required to support pupils across the school, from Early Years through to Key Stage 2.

The successful candidates will work with and supervise the physical and general care of children under the direction of the teacher, providing general support to the teacher in the management of pupils in the classroom. The successful candidates will also take part in the planning, development and implementation of programs of support for pupils when required.

St Columba’s Catholic Primary is a GOOD School, which is OUTSTANDING in Personal Development.

Our school is renowned for its welcoming and nurturing ethos. All visitors will be guaranteed the warmest of welcomes. The school has an excellent reputation with parents, parish and the wider community, particularly regarding our Catholic ethos and the ‘exemplary and exceptional ‘care, guidance and support we give our children and their families. There are nobarriersin our school, weunite, to fulfil our mission.

The school community of St Columba’s can offer:

A caring and safe school with a warm and nurturing ethos rooted in the Catholic faith, plus:

• An innovative, dedicated and supportive Leadership Team that challenges itself every day to make a difference to the lives of our children
• Friendly colleagues who work exceptionally hard and are committed to providing high quality education and experiences for all children
• Happy, well-behaved and enthusiastic pupils
• A range of exciting professional development opportunities.

We recommend you arrange a visit to our school.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be committed to our inclusive and caring environment and the achievement of every pupil in our care
• Have experience of working as a TA
• Have experience of working with SEN children
• Have high expectations and standards
• Be flexible and adaptable and able to work as part of a dedicated and committed team
• Have Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification or above
• Have experience in the classroom and able to work independently using your own initiative
• Be dedicated to ensuring children make academic and pastoral progress
• Have excellent attendance and punctuality

Candidates should evidence their strengths throughoutthe CES application and address the person specification.

St Columba’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and adheres to the Equality Act 2010. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced DBS disclosure. Candidates must also comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act; proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required.

By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory guidance.