Teaching Assistant Level 4

St Monica's RC High School, Prestwich; Prestwich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension scheme

Supportive staff

Professional development

Catholic school community

Safeguarding commitment

Flexible working within school policy

Community engagement opportunities

Positive working environment

Job summary

St Monica’s RC High School in Prestwich is seeking a Level 4 Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs under the SEN Support Manager. This fixed-term post runs for 1 year (extension subject to funding) and reflects our school’s Catholic ethos and commitment to safeguarding.

The role is 32.5 hours per week (TTO + 1 day), with a Grade 6 SCP 19-24 salary (£23,936–£26,438). Start date: October 2026; closing date: 31 August 2026.

Job description

Post Title: Teaching Assistant Level 4

Responsible to: SEN Support Manager

Location: St Monica’s RC High School

Salary: Grade 6 SCP 19-24 Actual Salary £23,936 - £26,438 (£32,061 - £35,412 FTE)

Term of Contract: Fixed Term 1 year until 31/08/2027 extension subject to funding

Working pattern: TTO + 1 day

Hours per week: 32.5 hours per week

Start date: October 2026

Closing date: Monday 31st August 2026

St Monica’s RC High School are currently seeking a Level 4 Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trustThis is an exciting opportunity to join ‘a welcoming school community’ where there is “a real sense of value placed on each person as based in the image of God.” (CSI Inspection, Feb 2024) and where ‘Staff feel well supported their workload and well-being have been duly considered.’ (Ofsted, 2024).

At Saint Monica’s we are a Catholic family, diverse and different, supporting each other in all we do through prayer and service. We seek to live out the gospel values of justice, forgiveness and peace recognising the potential of each person in our community. As members of Saint Monica's, we are challenged to develop our God given talents to the full, so we are prepared to make a difference in our world.

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 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)

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.

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