At a Glance
- Tasks: Support learning and lead small group interventions to help students thrive.
- Company: St Mark’s Catholic Primary School, known for its strong community ties and outstanding ethos.
- Benefits: Join a supportive team in a rewarding environment with opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Commitment to safeguarding and equality; all backgrounds welcome.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a nurturing school.
- Qualifications: Enthusiastic, caring, and reliable individuals with a passion for education.
The predicted salary is between 22700 - 25000 £ per year.
Teaching Assistant - Maternity Cover
32.5 hours per week
Grade 3 SCP3-SCP4
REQUIRED: 01/09/2026
St Mark’s Catholic Primary School is a heavily over-subscribed one-form entry school situated in the heart of the community it serves. We are incredibly proud of what we achieve having been judged as ‘Outstanding’ in our most recent RE, Collective Worship and Catholic Life Inspection and have a very strong Catholic ethos and excellent Parish links. Our school was last inspected by Ofsted in February 2025, when we were judged to be a good school in all areas.
Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and reliable Level 2 Teaching Assistant, to cover a maternity leave position. The role will be to lead small group interventions; to support the learning of pupils and to evidence the impact of your work upon their learning in order to plug gaps and accelerate progress. This is an exciting opportunity for the successful applicant to join our school.
The successful applicant will be an inspiring, confident, committed teaching assistant who has the interests of our children at the heart of all they do, securing strong outcomes for all.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; therefore, the post is subject to a social media check, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of any protected characteristic. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Maternity Cover in Birmingham employer: St Mark's Catholic Primary School
St Mark's Catholic Primary School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its educators. Located in Birmingham, the school provides opportunities for continuous development and encourages teachers to innovate in their teaching practices, all while fostering a nurturing environment for both staff and students. With a commitment to inclusivity and high standards, working here means being part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact on children's lives.
Contact Details:
St Mark's Catholic Primary School Recruitment Team
