Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Grade D SCP 7 £17,258.58 - SCP 10 £18,102.45 (Actual salary, Part time, TTO)

Hours Per Week: 27.5 hours

Base Location: St. Joseph’s RC Primary School

Assessment Date: Week beginning 16th March 2026

The Governors of St Joseph’s RC Primary School wish to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to work initially in Key Stage 2.

The successful candidate will support the class teacher and work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups. They will work collaboratively as part of a team to ensure every child makes progress both academically and emotionally.

St Joseph’s is a small, successful school with strong partnerships between parents, the Parish Church and the local community. We are seeking someone with proven experience of working in both Key Stage 1 & 2, who has a range of effective strategies to promote positive behaviour and establish a purposeful learning environment. Excellent organisational and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work under supervision and as part of a team. We are excited to appoint the right person to join our happy and caring school family.

We are looking for someone who:

• Works closely with staff, parents and external agencies
• Can cater for individual pupil needs while supporting others in the class
• Places children at the centre of all they do
• Has a positive attitude and is keen to develop professionally
• Is willing to contribute to the wider life of the school
• Is committed to maintaining the Catholic ethos of the school and supporting our Mission Statement
• Is a team player who builds strong relationships with pupils, parents, staff and external agencies

St Joseph’s RC Primary School offers:

• A strong Catholic ethos
• A happy and nurturing working environment
• Positive relationships with children, staff, parents and the parish community
• A friendly, dedicated and supportive staff team and Governing Body
• Delightful, enthusiastic children who are well behaved and keen to learn
• A commitment to professional development
• Supportive parents who value their partnership with the school

Informal visits to the school are warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 01457 832360.

Applicants must complete a CES Support Staff Application Form, which can be downloaded from the school website along with other supporting documents. Only applications submitted on the correct CES application form will be considered for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.

Completed applications should be sent to:
head@st-josephs.tameside.sch.uk

St Joseph’s RC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.