Teaching Assistants x 4

Knowsley Libraries; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

St Columba’s Catholic Primary School is seeking four Level 2 Teaching Assistants to join our caring team in Knowsley. The posts are temporary, part-time (27.5 hours per week, 46 weeks per year) with the possibility of extra lunchtime hours.

You will support pupils from Early Years to Key Stage 2, supervise care under the teacher, and contribute to planning and delivering targeted support. Level 2 TA qualification or above and SEN experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Commitment to an inclusive and caring environment and pupil achievement.
• Experience of working as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience with SEN pupils.
• High expectations and standards.
• Flexible and adaptable, able to work in a team.
• Level 2 TA qualification or above.
• Experience in the classroom and able to work independently.
• Dedicated to ensuring academic and pastoral progress.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the physical and general care of children under the teacher's direction.
• Provide general classroom support to the teacher.
• Assist in planning and implementing pupil support programs.

Skills

SEN experience

Flexible / adaptable

Team player

Punctuality

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Job description

We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.

• Location: St Columba’s Catholic Primary School Hillside Road, Huyton, Knowsley
• Contract: Temporary
• Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 27.5 hours per week. 46 weeks term time only.
• Closing Date: 06/11/2026 at 17:00
• Reference: SVP 0936

4 x LEVEL 2 TEACHING ASSISTANTS REQUIRED

To commence as soon as possible on a fixed term contract

Pay Band D / SCP 5-6

27.5 hours per week / 46 weeks per year with the possibility of additional hours for lunchtime support

The Governors of St Columba’s Catholic Primary School are looking to appoint highly motivated, enthusiastic Teaching Assistants (Level 2), with relevant experience and qualifications required to support pupils across the school, from Early Years through to Key Stage 2.

The successful candidates will work with and supervise the physical and general care of children under the direction of the teacher, providing general support to the teacher in the management of pupils in the classroom. The successful candidates will also take part in the planning, development and implementation of programs of support for pupils when required.

St Columba’s Catholic Primary is a GOOD School, which is OUTSTANDING in Personal Development.

Our school is renowned for its welcoming and nurturing ethos. All visitors will be guaranteed the warmest of welcomes. The school has an excellent reputation with parents, parish and the wider community, particularly regarding our Catholic ethos and the ‘exemplary and exceptional ‘care, guidance and support we give our children and their families. There are nobarriersin our school, weunite, to fulfil our mission.

The school community of St Columba’s can offer:

A caring and safe school with a warm and nurturing ethos rooted in the Catholic faith, plus:

• An innovative, dedicated and supportive Leadership Team that challenges itself every day to make a difference to the lives of our children
• Friendly colleagues who work exceptionally hard and are committed to providing high quality education and experiences for all children
• Happy, well-behaved and enthusiastic pupils
• A range of exciting professional development opportunities.

We recommend you arrange a visit to our school.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be committed to our inclusive and caring environment and the achievement of every pupil in our care
• Have experience of working as a TA
• Have experience of working with SEN children
• Have high expectations and standards
• Be flexible and adaptable and able to work as part of a dedicated and committed team
• Have Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification or above
• Have experience in the classroom and able to work independently using your own initiative
• Be dedicated to ensuring children make academic and pastoral progress
• Have excellent attendance and punctuality

St Columba’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and adheres to the Equality Act 2010. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced DBS disclosure. Candidates must also comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act; proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required.

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