St Mary’s R.C. Primary School
Dates: Apply by 12pm on Monday 26th Oct 26
Salary: Teaching Assistant 2B Grade 5 £26,847 to £29,071 Pro rata
Contract type: Temporary until 31/08/2027 for 1 year in the first instance subject to funding
Start: 9th November 2026 or ASAP
The Governors of St Mary's RC Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated teaching assistant who has a passion for working with children and wants to ensure they learn, progress and reach their potential. The contract is initially on a temporary fixed term basis but may be extended depending on funding.
If appointed you will work across the school to support the learning of children under the direction of the class teacher, as well as working with individual and small groups of children out of the classroom. You will also support children and staff over lunchtime. You will be part of a team of teaching assistants and teachers who share a commitment to providing the best possible education to all of the students at St Mary’s. The job is demanding, but extremely fulfilling as you know you are making a difference to the lives of the children you are working with.
Working Pattern Open to discussion, for example 5 Days Monday–Friday, 9am–1pm OR 3 full days 9-3 and 1 half day 9-12.30
We have a team of dedicated and hard-working staff and an effective governing body, who are determined for our children to believe, achieve and flourish in school. We also have a supportive parent community, and we enjoy good links with the local community and the Parish of Our Lady, Queen of Martyrs.
We are looking for someone who will:
· Promote positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
· Have high expectations for pupil learning, behaviour and attainment.
· Have a creative and practical approach to learning.
· Have a good working knowledge of the primary curriculum with excellent Numeracy and Literacy skills with experience of working across the school.
· Have experience of working with a range of Special Educational and behavioural needs.
· Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
· Be able to communicate clearly and to a high standard both verbally and in writing.
· Able to assist in the assessment, monitoring and recording of pupil progress and developmental needs.
· Support learning in the classroom.
· Wants to continually develop their skills and knowledge.
· Uphold the values of the School.
This position is part time, term time only minimum 20 variable hours per week. Please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis. The contract is initially on a temporary basis but may be extended depending on budget.
You are very welcome to come and visit the school and we do encourage this, as we believe this gives you the opportunity to see our friendly staff and lovely children.
The closing date is 26/10/2026 at 12 noon
The interview and observation working with children W/C 02/11/2026
Start date is 9th November or ASAP
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
Essential Qualifications
· English and Maths GCSE (or equivalent)
· TA qualification NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)
Desirable Qualifications
· First Aid qualification
· Current Safeguarding training
Essential Experience
· Experience of working with children
Desirable Experience
· Experience of working with children in different year groups
For an informal discussion please contact:
Mrs Coulthard Headteacher at the school
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
How to apply
Please complete the CES application form provided with the vacancy information and return it to head@smrc.lancs.sch.uk. CVs cannot be accepted. Please ensure that your application includes a complete employment history and explains any gaps.
Please contact the school office to make an appointment to view the school on 01254 812543 please leave your number and name if it goes to answer machine and we will call you back.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an ENHANCED criminal record check via the DBS.