Teaching Assistant - Level 4

Ref: 001470

The Headteacher and Governors are seeking to appoint an experienced and highly motivated Level 4 Teaching Assistant who will relish opportunities to professionally develop in a supportive school. This post will commence in Sept 2026.

This is a diverse role in which the successful candidate will be expected to support teachers, supervise classes across the school, and organise and lead an extracurricular club. A significant aspect of the position will involve providing pastoral care, particularly for some of the school’s most vulnerable pupils. The successful applicant will become part of the pastoral team, contributing to targeted care and intervention programmes, and will also act as the Link Programme Lead, liaising between the school and the council’s mental health support services.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates who are experienced in the job roles highlighted above.

Visits to the school are encouraged but are by previous appointment only. If you would like to arrange a visit or have any further queries, please contact school on 0161 770 7370.

Applicants: Please provide a brief statement (no more than one page) within your application letter to outline your experience, passions and philosophies around this role. Please also ensure that letters of application refer to (and provide evidence of) the criteria under the Person Specification for this role. They should be returned to the school either by post or by email to: office@holycross.oldham.sch.uk

Holy Cross CEVA Primary School

Ruth Street

Oldham

OL1 3EZ

Holy Cross is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.