Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Salary: £18,938 to £ 19,239 pro rata actual salary
Hours: 31 Hours per week
Working Pattern: Term time only
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: Monday 2nd November 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Start Date: January 2027 (or sooner)

The Governors of St. Simon’s Catholic Primary School seek to appoint a highly skilled and conscientious Level 3 Teaching Assistant, who is a dedicated and compassionate educator with the ability to inspire young minds. They wish to appoint someone who will play a pivotal role in supporting our pupils' academic and spiritual journey, who will work closely with class teachers to deliver high-quality interventions, support pupils with diverse needs, and help maintain our school’s distinctive Catholic ethos.

The successful candidate will be welcomed into a team committed to continually raising standards and will be responsible for working in designated classrooms or across the school. They will be effective in supporting our teachers to deliver the National Curriculum in a creative and enjoyable way. and will be expected to:

• Support Learning: Lead small group interventions in Literacy and Numeracy to bridge learning gaps.
• Empower Pupils: Work with all children, including those with specific educational needs (SEND), ensuring they have full access to school life.
• Foster Faith: Support the Catholic ethos of the school through participation in daily prayer, assemblies, and the spiritual development of our pupils.
• Collaborate: Work closely with the Class Teacher to monitor progress, adapt resources, and maintain a positive classroom environment.

St Simon’s offers:

• A warm, welcoming school community with a strong family atmosphere.
• Well-behaved, eager-to-learn pupils who take pride in their school.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development (CPD).
• A supportive leadership team that prioritizes staff well-being.

Applicants should demonstrate how they meet the criteria in the person specification in their supporting statement

Closing date: Monday, 2nd November 2026
Interviews: TBC

Applicants must apply using a CES application form which is attached.
To apply for the position, please email your completed application to headteacher@st-simons.stockport.sch.uk
St Simon’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including DBS check and will then be required to sign the CES Contract.

Diocese of Shrewsbury in partnership with Stockport Local Authority

The application forms and an information pack are available to download from here. Completed forms should be returned to the school via the above email address or posted to the school address above.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
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