Teaching Assistant Level 3 - EYFS in Manchester

Contract Details: Fixed Term; Full Time, 35 hours per week; Number of Positions: 1; Qualifications Required: Full & Relevant EYFS Qualification; Start Date: 1st September 2026; Salary: £22,711 - £24,752 per annum.

Role Overview: Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust wishes to appoint a Teaching Assistant Level 3 at Ss John Fisher & Thomas More Catholic Primary School. The role will be full-time for 35 hours per week over 39 weeks a year. The role will be based in EYFS and therefore candidates must have a Full and Relevant Qualification which allows them to be included in that staffing ratios. Candidates should refer to the person specification for a full list of acceptable qualifications.

Responsibilities:

• Work with groups of pupils under the supervision of the teacher including the delivery of programmes of work and the implementation of ILPs.
• Assist the teacher to ensure a safe classroom and outdoor environment.
• Prepare the classroom for lessons, including display work and clear afterwards.
• Supervise groups and occasionally whole classes for a session/lesson in the classroom or outside the main teaching area as required.

Candidate Profile:

• Strong moral and ethical principles and values.
• Ability to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations.
• Open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team and have a good sense of humour.
• Act with the utmost integrity at all times.

We Offer:

• An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors and parents.
• Close links and group support from three other schools in this forward thinking Catholic multi-academy trust in this exciting time in our development.
• An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals.
• Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme which is one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of 18.5%.
• A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of online training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training.
• A range of employee benefits which support your well-being includes:
• A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family.
• A Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships and a large range of retail discounts. Some benefits are also available to family members.
• Flu vaccination clinics.
• Eyecare Vouchers.

Safeguarding and Welfare: We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. This post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Pre-Employment Checks: This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.