Job Description

32.5 hours per week

24,027- 25,183 annual salary (pro rata)

Monday to Friday

The Governors of St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester are seeking to appoint a positive and inspiring 1:1 Teaching Assistant. They are keen to accommodate the best candidates who will make a positive impact on our school and standards. Applicants with experience are encouraged to apply.

We offer:

A welcoming school with a strong Catholic ethos



Children who are polite, happy and motivated to learn



A supportive staff team who genuinely want the best for our pupils



A commitment to your own professional development

The successful candidate will:

Be happy to support the Catholic ethos of our school



Be committed to creating challenge, excitement, creativity and independence in learning



Be dedicated to raising standards and be a good role model



Have excellent organisational and communication skills



Be dynamic, resilient and hard working with a positive nature



Be able to work as part of a team and establish positive relationships with pupils, parents, governors and staff



Have a reflective and evaluative approach to their practice

Required Date:

September 2025

Contract:

Fixed Term



We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.



This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

Closing Date:

Thursday 28th August 2025
Interviews week commencing 1st September 2025



Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email



Please visit our website - https://www.stmarysdorchester.dorset.sch.uk/web/