At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in Breakfast Club and support classroom activities for children aged 4-11.
- Company: Our Lady and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is located in Wath Upon Dearne, Rotherham.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive environment with enthusiastic colleagues and a strong Christian ethos.
- Other info: Position is temporary part-time, 20 hours per week, from September 2026.
- Why this job: Join a welcoming school community with happy children eager to learn.
- Qualifications: Level 2 or equivalent qualifications and experience working with children required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35892 £ per year.
Our Lady and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wath Upon Dearne, Rotherham is seeking a Teaching Assistant with Responsibility for Breakfast Club. This is a temporary part-time position required from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027 (first instance).
Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 7.30 am - 11.30 am (7.30 - 8.30 am in Breakfast Club and 8.30 am in class), term time only.
Salary: Band C - £26,209 Pro Rata (Pay award pending).
Closing date: 23 June 2026
Shortlisting: 24 June 2026
Interviews: 25 June 2026
The school is seeking an outstanding teaching assistant with a passion for education and great interpersonal skills. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the headteacher or line manager.
Qualifications and commitments:
- Level 2 or equivalent qualifications (or a commitment to beginning this training)
- Experience of working with children
- A kind and caring attitude towards children of all ages
- A good sense of humour and the ability to work as part of a team
Benefits:
- A strong and inclusive Christian ethos
- An enthusiastic and supportive headteacher, appointed in September 2023
- A warm, welcoming family environment with supportive colleagues
- Happy and enthusiastic children eager to learn
- A supportive Governing body and school community
- A well maintained building and fantastic outdoor provision, with the resources needed to teach effectively
- School joining the St. Clare CMAT shortly
The TA will be required to follow school policies and the staff code of conduct. Our Lady & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is committed to safe working practices and safeguarding children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks on suitability for working in a school. We also promote equal opportunities and will make reasonable adjustments to a job or workplace to counteract any disadvantage a disabled person may face. An enhanced DBS check is required for this position, and all qualifications will be verified. We will also make online checks. Visits to the school to meet children and staff are most welcome. For further details or an application pack please contact the school by telephone or email.
Teaching Assistant with Responsibility for Breakfast Club employer: Job Search Place Limited
Our Lady and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School offers a warm family environment and a supportive headteacher. Located in Rotherham, the school promotes equal opportunities and has a commitment to safeguarding children. The school is joining the St. Clare CMAT, enhancing its educational framework.
