Part-Time Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Nurture & Support

We are recruiting for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Required for September 2026

Salary: Grade 3 SCP 3-4 (£24,796 - £25,185) (FTE-AYR) - To be pro rata

19.5 hours per week, 39 weeks (TTO + Training Days)

St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School is a unique and highly regarded school where pupils are nurtured, educated and experience a true sense of belonging.We maintain the highest expectations for every individual child, carefully developing their talents and self-belief.We promote questioning minds, a strong thirst for knowledge and a commitment to justice, with Christ at the centre of all we do.Our dedicated and professional staff work collaboratively in unity, striving for the very best outcome for every child and the families within our valued school community.

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant who is committed to helping every child thrive.The successful candidate will support high-quality teaching, nurture pupils' confidence and independence, and play an active role in our warm, inclusive school community. This role is central to ensuring all children receive exceptional learning opportunities.

Putting our children and young people first, always.

"Forming Christ-centred pilgrims of hope with kind hearts, questioning minds, a thirst for knowledge and a hunger for justice."

We welcome applications from both Catholics and non-Catholics but expect all employees to support the Catholic ethos and values of the school.If you meet the requirements of the job description and person specification and feel that you could make a positive difference to our school, then we can't wait to receive your application.

A full application pack is available from our website or by contacting the school office. All completed applications are to be sent to:

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Phone -
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We warmly welcome visits to the school.

For specific questions about the role and/or to request a visit, please contact Maggie Marshall.

Closing Date:Sunday 19th April 2026 (we may bring forward the application closing date, depending on volume of applicants, therefore please apply ASAP)

Interview Date: Friday 24th April 2026

Emmaus Catholic MAC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process school and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe.All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or during the interview.

Attached documents
Emmaus - JD and Person Spec - Level 2 TA.pdf
Job Advert.pdf