Teaching Assistant Level 2

St Vincent De Paul RC Primary School; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Governing Body support

Safeguarding procedures

Valued environment

CPD opportunities

LGPS employer contribution

Job summary

St Vincent De Paul RC Primary School is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support teaching and learning, assisting with literacy and numeracy, preparing resources and promoting a safe, nurturing environment.

The role involves working under teaching staff, building positive relationships with pupils and families, and contributing to safeguarding and inclusion across the school. Start ASAP with a permanent contract; 31.25 hours per week during term time plus five days.

Qualifications

• Experience working with and/or caring for children, ideally within an educational setting.
• Awareness and understanding of the primary school curriculum.
• Commitment to inclusion and supporting all children to achieve their full potential.
• Ability to establish positive, respectful and supportive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Strong literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• Skills and knowledge to support literacy and numeracy programmes and use ICT to enhance learning.
• Ability to organise and manage learning activities whilst maintaining a safe environment for pupils.
• High expectations of pupils and a commitment to helping every child fulfil their potential.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to school life.
• Flexible, dedicated and professional approach to work, alongside safeguarding and CPD.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning under the direction of teaching staff.
• Promote positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing.
• Support literacy and numeracy programmes and prepare learning resources.
• Maintain positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Contribute to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Skills

Experience with children

Curriculum knowledge

Inclusion commitment

Relationship-building

Literacy & numeracy skills

ICT for learning

Learning activity management

High expectations

Team player

Flexible and professional

Tools

ICT for learning

Job description

Post Title: Teaching Assistant Level 2

Responsible to: Headteacher

Location: St Vincent De Paul RC Primary School

Salary: Grade 3 scp 56 Actual Salary £19,368 - £19,676 (£26,427- £26,847 FTE)

Term of Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Term Time Only + 5 days

Hours per week: 31.25. 6.25 hours per day, including lunchtime supervision.

Start date: ASAP

Closing date: 24th November 2026

St Vincent De Paul RC Primary School are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

The successful candidate will work under the direction of teaching staff to support teaching and learning, helping pupils to access the curriculum, achieve their potential and thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. The role involves supporting learning activities, promoting positive behaviour, assisting with pupil wellbeing and development, supporting literacy and numeracy programmes, preparing learning resources and maintaining positive relationships with pupils, staff and families. The successful candidate will also contribute to safeguarding, inclusion and the wider life of the school community.

Our Mission

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.

Our Values - One of Hope

Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools’ opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.

One of Courage

As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable.

One of Innovation

St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.

We are seeking an individual who has:

• Experience of working with and/or caring for children, ideally within an educational setting.
• Awareness and understanding of the primary school curriculum.
• A commitment to inclusion and supporting all children to achieve their full potential.
• The ability to establish positive, respectful and supportive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Strong literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• The skills and knowledge to support literacy and numeracy programmes and use ICT to enhance learning.
• The ability to organise and manage learning activities whilst maintaining a safe environment for pupils.
• High expectations of pupils and a commitment to helping every child fulfil their potential.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to school life.
• A flexible, dedicated and professional approach to work, alongside a commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development.

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• 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)

Application:

The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status or whether you are pregnant or on parental leave or from a socio-economic background. We welcome applicants from all communities and from people that identify with those characteristics.

Commitment to Safeguarding:

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies. An online search will be performed on all shortlisted applicants in accordance with the Trust’s safeguarding procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a form for self-disclosure of cautions and convictions.

Shortlisting date: 25th November 2026

Interview date: 27th November 2026

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