Teaching Assistant (additional needs working 1:1) for a start as soon as possible This is a permanent position at St Mary’s Catholic Academy for 25 hours Level 4 (Actual salary £14,880 – £15,965) St Mary’s Catholic Primary School—soon to be a proud member of the St Gabriel the Archangel Multi Academy Trust—is seeking to appoint a caring, committed, and skilled Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with additional needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a nurturing and inclusive school community. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, St Mary’s offers a warm and inspiring environment where staff and pupils thrive. We are looking for someone who shares our belief that every child deserves to flourish and succeed, and who will bring energy, empathy, and expertise to our team. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who will: 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 closely with the SENCO and external agencies to deliver targeted support Foster strong, positive relationships between home and school, making parents feel welcome and involved Engage with multiple external professionals to implement best-practice strategies Hold a Level 2 for Teaching Assistants (or equivalent qualification) Ideally, possess training or experience in language, communication, and interaction techniques, alongside experience supporting children with neurodiverse needs. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday in line with the child’s Education Health Care Plan. What We Offer A warm, welcoming school community that values every individual A positive and forward-thinking environment where innovation is encouraged Support from a dynamic and enthusiastic team across our academy schools Happy, well-behaved children who are eager to learn Strong partnerships with parents, staff, and governors A commitment to your ongoing professional development If you are passionate about inclusive education and want to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you. St. Mary’s Catholic Academy is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees to share this commitment. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986 and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions As part of our shortlisting process, we will carry out online searches of shortlisted candidates. This will help us to identify anything in a candidate’s online activity that would not be in line with our school ethos. We warmly welcome visits to the school by prior arrangement. Application packs are available from: Mrs Tracey Edge, Office Manager 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, please contact: Mrs S Rathbone, Principal Closing date for applications Monday 3 rd November 2025, 12pm Interviews: Week beginning 10 th November 2025