Job Description

Ref:

001008

"Walking in God's Way, We Believe, Achieve and Succeed."


Teaching Assistant

Grade:

4

Contract:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

32.5 hours per week (Term time plus 5 additional Days)

Start Date

: 3rd November 2025


The governors are seeking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant, to join our happy and successful school, which was graded 'GOOD' in all areas by OFSTED (July 2024).

The role will include classroom duties in addition to lunchtime supervision and supporting at breakfast club.

We are looking for candidates who are:

Practising Catholic or are fully committed to the Catholic ethos of the school. Have experience of working with children in the primary school phase Have a good knowledge and understanding of children with SEND. Receptive to training and implementing Evidence based strategies to support children. Able to communicate effectively with parents and colleagues. Enthusiastic, inspirational and pro-active in their approach Able to work as part of a supportive, nurturing team.

We can offer:

The opportunity to work in an OFSTED graded 'GOOD' Catholic Primary School. Children who are well behaved, happy, enthusiastic and fully engaged in their learning A commitment to your continued professional development Supportive parents and governors.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. please contact school to arrange. Applicants must apply using a CES application form, which can be obtained along with a full application pack from the school website or from 'Greater Jobs' website.

All applications should be returned to info@sttheresas.oldham.sch.uk for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs. L. McCombe

Employees of St. Theresa's 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.

Closing Date

: Monday 29th September 2025 (Midday)

Interviews / Observations:

Thursday 2nd October 2025