Teaching Assistant - Level 3

Teaching Assistant - Level 3

Ref: 001722

Based: St Paul’s CE Primary School Church of England Primary School

Contract: Fixed Term until July 2027 (subject to review)

Salary: £29,542 - £32,046 (full time full year equivalent)

Actual Salary: £22,399 - £24,298 per annum (Grade 4)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Working Hours: 32.5 per week, term time plus 5 days

Closing Date: Monday 5 October

Shortlisting: Tuesday 6 October

Interview: Thursday 8 October

The Trust, Governors and Headteacher of our highly successful Church of England Primary School are looking to appoint a positive, well-motivated and friendly Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our hardworking and dedicated team of professionals.

High aspirations, a caring nature and being an exceptional role model to all, are at the heart of everything we do.

St Paul’s an inclusive, welcoming, happy, thriving learning family community where Christian Values are at the heart of our Mission where, ‘Together we grow, Love to Learn, Shine and Make a Difference!’

As part of Crompton House Multi-Academy Trust, we collaborate with a wider network of schools, sharing expertise and best practices to achieve the best possible outcomes for our pupils.

If you feel you could make a positive contribution to our school, we would be pleased to receive an application from you.

We welcome applications from individuals who:

• Are an outstanding and inspirational Teaching Assistant
• Have the commitment, accountability, determination, drive and energy to ensure outstanding outcomes for all Children.
• Have experience working under the guidance of teaching and senior staff to support learning in both individual and group settings, in and out of the classroom.
• Can assist in the planning cycle, including preparing and organising resources to enhance learning.
• Are confident in supervising whole classes occasionally, maintaining good order and engagement.
• Can support pupils with specific learning needs, ensuring they access the curriculum effectively.
• Are proactive in promoting positive behaviour and keeping pupils on task.
• Be committed to uphold the Christian ethos of our Church of England Aided School.
• Be able to form successful relationships with all stakeholders.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a school community where every role contributes to the success and well-being of our children and staff.

In return we will offer:

• fantastic children who are eager to learn
• Governing Board which is fully committed to a brighter future for the whole school community
• support for your professional development
• A collaborative and driven SLT team.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A welcoming and caring Christian ethos.
• support from both the Diocese and the Trust
• a committed and dedicated team of nurturing and child-centred professionals
• Access a wide range of health and wellbeing services.
• Onsite parking

St Paul’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, and enhanced DBS and satisfactory references. Please refer to the school website for the safer recruitment and safeguarding policy.

Candidates are warmly invited to visit the school. Please contact our school to arrange a visit at info@stpauls.oldham.sch.uk or by contacting the office on 0161 624 9019

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

Please note: Due to safer recruitment requirements, we cannot accept CVs. Please use the application form that accompanies this advertisement.

Application forms should be sent via e-mail directly to the School Business Manager, Samantha.Cloran@stpauls.oldham.sch.uk