Teaching Assistant - Level 3

St Pauls CE Primary (Royton); Royton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Job summary

St Paul’s CE Primary School in Royton is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant on a fixed-term contract until July 2027. The role is 32.5 hours per week during term time plus 5 days, with a salary range of £29,542 to £32,046 full-time equivalent.

The candidate will support learning, assist in planning resources and supervise classes as required. The school emphasizes Christian ethos, high aspirations and a caring learning community, with opportunities for professional development and involvement

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learning in classroom settings.
• Ability to plan and prepare resources to enhance learning.
• Ability to supervise whole classes occasionally and maintain engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support learning under guidance of teaching staff in individual and group settings.
• Assist in planning and organising resources to enhance learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and create a caring learning environment.
• Contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing of pupils.

Skills

Teaching

Learning support

Resource planning

Class supervision

Behaviour management

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Level 3

Ref: 001722

Based: St Paul’s CE Primary School Church of England Primary School

Contract: Fixed Term until July 2027 (subject to review)

Salary: £29,542 - £32,046 (full time full year equivalent)

Actual Salary: £22,399 - £24,298 per annum (Grade 4)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Working Hours: 32.5 per week, term time plus 5 days

Closing Date: Monday 5 October

Shortlisting: Tuesday 6 October

Interview: Thursday 8 October

The Trust, Governors and Headteacher of our highly successful Church of England Primary School are looking to appoint a positive, well‑motivated and friendly Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our hardworking and dedicated team of professionals.

High aspirations, a caring nature and being an exceptional role model to all, are at the heart of everything we do.

St Paul’s an inclusive, welcoming, happy, thriving learning family community where Christian Values are at the heart of our Mission where, ‘Together we grow, Love to Learn, Shine and Make a Difference!’

As part of Crompton House Multi‑Academy Trust, we collaborate with a wider network of schools, sharing expertise and best practices to achieve the best possible outcomes for our pupils.

If you feel you could make a positive contribution to our school, we would be pleased to receive an application from you.

We welcome applications from individuals who:

• Are an outstanding and inspirational Teaching Assistant
• Have the commitment, accountability, determination, drive and energy to ensure outstanding outcomes for all Children.
• Have experience working under the guidance of teaching and senior staff to support learning in both individual and group settings, in and out of the classroom.
• Can assist in the planning cycle, including preparing and organising resources to enhance learning.
• Are confident in supervising whole classes occasionally, maintaining good order and engagement.
• Can support pupils with specific learning needs, ensuring they access the curriculum effectively.
• Are proactive in promoting positive behaviour and keeping pupils on task.
• Be committed to uphold the Christian ethos of our Church of England Aided School.
• Be able to form successful relationships with all stakeholders.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a school community where every role contributes to the success and well‑being of our children and staff.

In return we will offer:

• fantastic children who are eager to learn
• Governing Board which is fully committed to a brighter future for the whole school community
• support for your professional development
• A collaborative and driven SLT team.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A welcoming and caring Christian ethos.
• support from both the Diocese and the Trust
• a committed and dedicated team of nurturing and child‑centred professionals
• Access a wide range of health and wellbeing services.
• Onsite parking

St Paul’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre‑employment checks including a health check, and enhanced DBS and satisfactory references. Please refer to the school website for the safer recruitment and safeguarding policy.

Candidates are warmly invited to visit the school. Please contact our school to arrange a visit at [e-mail] or by contacting the office on 0161 624 9019

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due‑diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

Supporting Documents

• Right To Work
• Application Form
• Job Description & Person Specification