Key Role Information

Salary
25,583.00 - 26,824.00
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
02/03/2026 09:00
Interview
6 March 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Support Staff | SCP5 - SCP8
Department
Support Staff
Key stage
Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2
Hours per week
31.25
Weeks per year
38.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Teaching Assistant Level 3 

 

We are seeking a dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our team.


The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children and creating a nurturing learning environment.

 

Are you an enthusiastic and qualified Teaching Assistant with a Level 3 qualification, looking for an exciting opportunity? We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant school community and make a difference in children's lives.

This role offers the chance to support students' learning and development, collaborating closely with teachers and other staff to ensure a positive and effective learning environment.

The role is central to our commitment to equality, compassion and community. We are passionate about creating a learning environment where every child feels seen, valued and empowered to achieve their full potential

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • To support the class teacher in delivering the curriculum
  • Provide support for children to reach their academic goals.
  • Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management.
  • Adapt learning materials to suit individual needs, particularly for children with additional learning requirements.
  • Help foster a positive, inclusive classroom atmosphere and promote student well-being.
  • Assist with classroom setup, ensuring resources are prepared and organised.
  • To lead intervention groups and cover classes as needed.  

 

Requirements:

 

· Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent).

· Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant is desirable.

· Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.

· A passion for supporting children's educational growth and well-being.

· Patience, empathy, and an ability to adapt to various learning needs.

· Good organisational skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork.

 

Holy Family Catholic Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff working within the Trust are expected to share a commitment to doing this. You will be expected to follow and promote the procedures in the child protection and safeguarding policy and report any concerns in accordance with agreed procedures.

If your own conduct in relation to the safeguarding of children and young people gives cause for concern the Trust’s child protection procedures will be followed alongside implementation of the Trust disciplinary procedures.

 

This post will require online checks to be undertaken and an enhanced DBS check, as well as medical clearance.

Join us in providing quality care and education to young children in an engaging and supportive environment.

 

Job Type: Full-time, Term time only, Permanent

31.25 hours per week (8:30am until 3:15pm, Monday to Friday)


Local Government Terms and Conditions and Pension Scheme


To start: ASAP

Deadline for applications Monday 2nd March 2026 at 9am

Interviews: Friday 6th March

 


Qualifications

Meet Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or equivalent qualifications or experience essential
Level 3

Holy Family Catholic Academy

J Bradshaw

Jbradshaw@holyfamily.sjcmat.co.uk

Wigan Street
Platt Bridge
Wigan
Lancashire
WN2 5JF

Safeguarding Information

St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. In addition, as part of the shortlisting process, and in accordance with statutory guidance, we will carry out an online search (for publicly available material) to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened which we may want to explore with shortlisted applicants at interview.