Teaching Assistant Level 3

Allsaintsupton; Widnes; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

St Gerard's Catholic Primary & Nursery School in Widnes is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support pupils for 22 hours per week during term time. The role runs Monday to Thursday, 9.00am to 3.00pm, with a start date in November 2026, pending pre-employment checks.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 qualification and have experience with Key Stage 2. A DBS check is required and the school emphasises safeguarding and a Catholic ethos.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 qualification.
• Experience in Key Stage 2 is desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff with lesson delivery and classroom management.
• Support pupils with learning activities and tasks.
• Supervise pupils during activities and breaks as required.
• Support safeguarding and follow school policies.

Skills

Supporting children

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Employer: St Gerard's Catholic Primary & Nursery School

Contract: Temporary

Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time

Hours: 22 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 9.00am-3.00pm.

DBS Check: Yes

Closing Date: 02/10/2026 at 12:00

Reference: Pri/26/344817

St Gerard's Catholic Primary & Nursery School,Lugsdale Road, Widnes, Cheshire WA8 6DD.

St Gerard's would like to employ a Level 3 Teaching Assistant for 22 hours per week (working 4 days Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 3.00pm, term time only). Looking to start 2 November 2026 pending pre-employment checks, temporary expected until 20 July 2027.

Please note that applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification.

Are you a committed, caring and outstanding professional who could contribute to giving our children the best future possible? St Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School are looking for Level 3 Teaching Assistant. Experience of working with children through a supportive approach is essential.

The successful applicant will:

• - Have high expectations and be committed to school improvement.
• - Have recent experience of working with children in Key Stage 2.
• - Have some experience of teaching phonics.
• - Have an understanding of the role of teaching assistant and able to work as a team.
• - Be passionate about children's learning and able to role-model all aspects of outstanding classroom practice.
• - Be supportive of the school's strong Catholic ethos.

St Gerard's offers:

• - Positive, happy children who enjoy learning and achieving high standards
• - A friendly and welcoming school
• - Dedicated, supportive staff
• - A warm welcoming and supportive community.

If successful, you will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service. Please note you are expected to complete the CES Application Form if you wish to be considered.

The Council and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing date for applications: Friday 02 October 2026 at 12 noon

Interview date: TBC