At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and nurture children’s learning in a caring school environment.
- Company: St Columba’s Catholic Primary School, known for its welcoming ethos.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, term-time work, and a supportive community.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team in a GOOD school with excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification and experience with SEN children.
The predicted salary is between 22700 - 25000 £ per year.
We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.
Job Details
- Location: St Columba’s Catholic Primary School, Hillside Road, Huyton, Knowsley
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
- Hours: 27.5 hours per week
- Closing Date: 13/07/2026 at 12:00
- Reference: SVP 0855
Role Summary
The Governors of St Columba’s Catholic Primary School are looking to appoint highly motivated, enthusiastic Teaching Assistants (Level 2), with relevant experience and qualifications required to support pupils across the school, from Early Years through to Key Stage 2. The successful candidates will work with and supervise the physical and general care of children under the direction of the teacher, providing general support to the teacher in the management of pupils in the classroom. The successful candidates will also take part in the planning, development and implementation of programmes of support for pupils when required.
St Columba Catholic Primary is a GOOD School, which is OUTSTANDING in Personal Development. Our school is renowned for its welcoming and nurturing ethos. All visitors will be guaranteed the warmest of welcomes. The school has an excellent reputation with parents, parish and the wider community, particularly regarding our Catholic ethos and the ‘exemplary and exceptional’ care, guidance and support we give our children and their families. There are no barriers in our school, we unite, to fulfil our mission.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will:
- Be committed to our inclusive and caring environment and the achievement of every pupil in our care
- Have experience of working as a TA
- Have experience of working with SEN children
- Have high expectations and standards
- Be flexible and adaptable and able to work as part of a dedicated and committed team
- Have Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification or above
- Have experience in the classroom and able to work independently using your own initiative
- Be dedicated to ensuring children make academic and pastoral progress
- Have excellent attendance and punctuality
Contact Information
Please contact Mrs. Gemma Heywood, School Business Manager on 0151 477 8360 to arrange a visit. Candidates should evidence their strengths throughout the CES application and address the person specification. Application forms and person specification are available upon request from the School Business Manager, Gemma Heywood.
Equality, Safeguarding and Legal Statements
St Columba’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and adheres to the Equality Act 2010. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced DBS disclosure. Candidates must also comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act; proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required. By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory guidance. Applications must be made on the CES application form which can be found at www.cesew.org.uk or the school website, along with the recruitment monitoring form and Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 Disclosure form. Completed applications and supporting documents should be emailed to stcolumbas@knowsley.gov.uk for the attention of the Headteacher.
