We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.
- Location: Tithebarn Road, Knowsley Village
- Contract: Temporary
- Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
- Hours: 27.5 hours per week. 46 weeks term time only.
- Closing Date: 29/09/2026 at 12:00
- Reference: SVP 0882
TEACHING ASSISTANT - LEVEL 3
TO COVER MATERNITY LEAVE
FIXED TERM UNTIL JULY 2027 OR UPON THE RETURN OF THE POSTHOLDER FROM MATERNITY LEAVE, WHICHEVER IS THE SOONER
To commence 2 November 2026
Pay Band F / Scale Point 12-17
27.5 Hours per week / 5 days per week / 46 weeks per year
The Governors of St John Fisher Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to cover a maternity leave absence and to join the school and work as part of a class team providing support to pupils in Key Stage 2.
The successful candidate will be:
Suitably qualified, experienced – holding a TA Level 3 qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
Highly motivated, enthusiastic and show initiative
Committed, enthusiastic, patient and show great initiative
Able to work closely with the Class Teachers following plans and targets
Willing to make a caring and positive contribution to the school
Flexible, reliable and a consistent team player as well as being able to work independently
Have experience and understanding of SEND/Sensory needs
We can offer the successful candidate:
A supportive, enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced team of staff
A welcoming, happy and caring environment where unique skills are valued and developed
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK. Two satisfactory references will be required and are integral to the interview process. Please note that open or generic references will not be accepted as part of a safer recruitment process.
By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 29September 2026 at 12 noon
Interviews: Monday, 5October 2026
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please telephone the school office on
0151 477 8590 to arrange a visit or if you would like further information about the post.
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