Job description
St. Mary & St Joseph RC Primary School
Bennington Street
Blackburn
BB2 3HP
Job Title: Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant
Grade/Salary: Grade E, SCP 9 - 15
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Terms: 29 hpw, Part Time (Plus 5 Inset Days)
Closing Date: Sunday, 21st September 2025
Required From: ASAP
TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW
The Governing Body of St Mary and St Joseph's RC Primary School wish to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant Level 3 – EYFS to join our friendly, successful school. The successful candidate will be self-assured, driven and a team player who has the ability to maintain our high standards and have a firm belief in the potential of all children.
The children, staff and governors would welcome applications from someone who will:
* be passionate about the wellbeing of the children
* work with the staff to deliver a high-quality service
* be reliable and enthusiastic
We Can Offer:
* A positive and caring environment based on the values of the Catholic faith
* Commitment to support your professional development to the next stage of your career
* The opportunity to work with amazing children, who will challenge, inspire and motivate you
* Governors that are friendly and committed to our school vision
* A committed, motivated and supportive staff team who strive to secure the best outcomes for all pupils
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Application packs are available to download from this page. Completed applications should be returned to the above school address, or via email to, before noon on the above date.
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.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.
Job details
Job reference
REQ04302
Date posted
10/09/2025
Application closing date
21/09/2025
Location
St Mary & St Joseph RC Primary School
Salary
Grade E SCP 9 - 15
Package
Blank
Contractual hours
29
Basis
Part time - Term time
Job category/type
Schools