Job Description

Unsworth


Term Time Part Time


19,209.72-20,604.67


Fixed


Expires 14/07/2025

About the Role

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Post Title:

Teaching Assistant 3 with Midday Supervisor duties

Responsible to:

Headteacher

Location:

St Bernadette's RC Primary School

Salary:

Midday Supervisor - Grade 1 scp 2-3, Actual Salary 3,378.63-3,431.61(23,656-24,027FTE)


Teaching Assistant 3 - Grade 5 scp 12-17, Actual Salary 15,831.09-17,173.06 (27,711-30,060 FTE).


Actual Salary 19,209.72-20,604.67

Term of Contract:

Fixed-term to end of December 2025

Working Pattern:

Term time only (38 weeks)

Hours per week:

31.25 (25 hours as Teaching Assistant 3, 6.25 hours as Midday Supervisor)

Start date:

1 September 2025

Closing date:

14 July 2025



The Governors of St Bernadette's RC Primary School are currently seeking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic TA level 3 and Mid-Day Supervisor who is reliable, self-motivated and supportive of the Catholic ethos of our school.



This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a

journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.



The hours of work are 31.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:45am- 3:30pm, Term Time Only (38 weeks). Salary is based on a pro rata based on 37 hours.



The role is required as soon as possible.



Employees of St Bernadette's RC Primary School have a responsibility for, and must be committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.

Our Mission

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.

Our Values - One of Hope

Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools' opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.

One of Courage

As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable.

One of Innovation

St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.

We are seeking an individual who:

Will work with guidance to support teaching and learning support to the teacher, in addition to undertaking the core duties outlined in the Level 1 & Level 2 job descriptions. In addition, undertake the supervision, security, welfare and good conduct of children during the midday break and to liaise closely with the Senior Midday Supervisor and class teachers on the welfare and discipline of pupils.

We can offer:

A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff Highly effective safeguarding procedures. A working environment where all feel valued and respected. Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school. A highly dedicated and inspirational team. A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development. A happy, calm and welcoming working environment. Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status or whether you are pregnant or on parental leave or from a socio-economic background. We welcome applicants from all communities and from people that identify with those characteristics.

Commitment to Safeguarding:

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children's barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies. An online search will be performed on all shortlisted applicants in accordance with the Trust's safeguarding procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a form for self-disclosure of cautions and convictions.

Shortlisting date:

Tuesday 15 July 2025

Interview date:

Thursday 17 July 2025

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