Teaching Assistant Level 3

Halton Borough Council; Widnes; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

St Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School in Widnes is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant for 30 hours per week on a temporary basis until July 2027. A DBS check is required, and applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification.

The school invites committed, caring professionals who can support children through a supportive approach. Responsibilities include high expectations, teamwork, experience with Key Stage 2, and phonics.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 qualification.
• Recent experience working with children in a school setting.
• Experience teaching phonics.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Committed to outstanding classroom practice.
• Supportive of Catholic ethos.

Responsibilities

• Support learning for pupils with high expectations and assist school improvement.
• Provide care and supervision, promoting positive behaviour strategies.
• Assist with KS2 activities and phonics-based learning.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to deliver lessons and group work.
• Support the school's Catholic ethos in everyday activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Phonics experience

Passion for learning

Outstanding classroom practice

Commitment to school improvement

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Employer: St Gerard's Catholic Primary & Nursery School

Contract: Temporary

Working Pattern: Part Time

Hours: 30 hours per week. Monday to Friday.

DBS Check: Yes

Closing Date: 19/11/2026 at 12:00

Reference: Pri/26/349380

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

Teaching Assistant Level 3 (temporary until July 2027)

St Gerard's would like to employ a Level 3 Teaching Assistant for 30 hours per week.

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.

Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact the school office to arrange.

Closing date for applications: 21st October 2026 at 12 noon

Interview date: TBC