The Governing Body of St. Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint: Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work in Early Years 30 hours per week, term-time only £18914 - £22967 This is a fixed term appointment initially until 31st August 2026 Our vision is to be a school which has high expectations, a strong faith and committed & caring staff, enabling children to find learning fun, whilst setting them up to be resilient and confident learners who leave with positive and lasting memories. A school that encourages respect and tolerance of others, where all children can feel safe and happy. In order to share our vision, an ideal candidate will: Be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all pupils. Bring with them a hard-working and positive attitude and demonstrate enthusiasm for continuing the school’s vision. Be well organised, caring, professional and be dedicated to maximising the development and potential for each and every one of our children, whilst also showing a commitment to the ethos of an effective Catholic school. Please note, although a practising Catholic is desired, this is not a necessity for any application and candidates will need to meet the criteria set out below and show they can demonstrate the above. In return, the school can offer: a stimulating, caring and disciplined environment with a strong Catholic ethos; colleagues who care about their school and their children and demonstrate professionalism, enthusiasm and dynamic qualities, whilst remaining open-minded and friendly; classes which are held to a high standard of all aspects including behaviour, independence and work ethic; classes which often have much less than the recommended number of thirty children. a school which is full of enthusiastic, happy and extremely well-behaved children with a love of learning. At St. Thomas of Canterbury, we are proud of our school and we very much encourage any potential candidates to come and view the school and meet the Executive Headteacher prior to applying. For this role specifically, candidates must (non-exhaustive list): be able to support the delivery of the EYFS curriculum; have a good understanding of child development; have excellent numeracy and literacy skills; demonstrate a high level of speech and language; be able to liaise with parents/carers, where necessary; work with the teacher to establish an appropriate learning environment; implement agreed learning activities; be flexible enough to work around the school, including covering classes if needed, and support other staff members from around the school where necessary including trips & events; implement agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil responses/needs; help pupils to access learning activities through specialist support. Application form and further details are available on our school website www.st-thomas.walsall.sch.uk Tel: 01922 720712 Email: postbox@st-thomas.walsall.sch.uk Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Closing Date for applications: 15th September 2025 Interviews scheduled for : 17th September 2025