Overview
Teaching Assistant additional needs working 1:1 - St Mary’s Catholic Academy, Norton is a permanent, part-time role at St Mary’s Catholic Academy (Part of The Newman Catholic Collegiate). The post is 25 hours per week, Level 4 (Actual salary £14,880 – £15,965). Start date as soon as possible.
The school is part of St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, soon to be a member of the St Gabriel the Archangel Multi Academy Trust. The school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment with a strong focus on safeguarding and pupil development.
Responsibilities
* Provide tailored 1:1 support for a child with additional needs, including small group work where appropriate
* Adapt learning activities daily to ensure access to a differentiated and highly personalised curriculum
* Work proactively and flexibly to meet the child’s evolving needs
* Collaborate with the SENCO and external agencies to deliver targeted support
* Foster strong, positive relationships with home and school; welcome parental involvement
* Engage with external professionals to implement best-practice strategies
* Hold a Level 2 for Teaching Assistants (or equivalent qualification)
* Ideally have training or experience in language, communication, and interaction techniques and supporting neurodiverse needs
* Work Monday to Friday in line with the child’s Education Health Care Plan
Qualifications
* Level 2 Teaching Assistant (or equivalent)
* Experience with language, communication, and interaction techniques and supporting neurodiverse needs is desirable
What We Offer
* A warm, welcoming school community
* A positive and forward-thinking environment with opportunities for professional development
* Support from a dynamic team across the academy
* A culture that values staff wellbeing and collaboration
Application information: Closing date for applications is Monday 3rd November 2025, 12pm; Interviews week beginning 10th November 2025. Visits to the school are welcome by prior arrangement. Application packs are available from Mrs Tracey Edge, Office Manager. Address: St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Ford Green Road, Norton-le-Moors, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 8EZ. Tel: 01782 234820. Website: www.stmarysstoke.co.uk. For further information or to arrange a visit, contact Mrs S Rathbone, Principal.
Safeguarding: St. Mary’s Catholic Academy is committed to safeguarding and welfare of children. The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986. A Disclosure will be required via the DBS. Online shortlisting checks may be conducted.
This is a 1:1 support role within the school and relates to the needs of a pupil as described above.
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