Overview
Teaching Assistant Vacancy at St Benet’s Catholic Primary School. Salary: Grade C (SCP 3-4) £24,796 - £25,185 pro rata. Start Date: 1 November 2025 (or ASAP). Contract: Temporary contract for one year initially. Shift pattern: 30 hours per week, term time only plus 5 PD days.
Responsibilities
* Support learning activities and assist in the planning and progression of pupils’ learning.
* Manage behaviour effectively and contribute to a positive learning environment.
* Be flexible and adaptable to the demands of the teaching assistant role; demonstrate good organisation and communication skills.
* Work as part of a team and contribute to high standards for all pupils.
What we offer
* A very strong Catholic ethos.
* An enthusiastic, supportive and hardworking team of staff, governors and parents.
* Highly motivated, friendly, polite and well-behaved children.
* An inclusive school that cherishes the uniqueness of each individual.
* A strong commitment to continuous professional development.
Application information
All application documents should be fully completed and submitted by email to jo.dooley@stbenetsrc.org.uk by 12.00pm on Monday 13 October 2025. Applications are required and CVs will not be accepted. For enquiries regarding this role, please contact Jo Dooley, School Business Manager, on 0191 5492020. Interviews will be held on Friday 17 October 2025. Electronic signatures will be accepted but a written signature will be required when circumstances allow. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
St Benet’s Catholic Primary School is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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