KS2 Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate, determined, driven and committed to ensure high quality outcomes for all children? St Thomas More Catholic Primary are looking for someone to become a part of our dedicated team.

We are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and creative teaching assistant to support the learning of pupils in the classroom and on a 1:1 basis.

The successful candidate must be qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent. A willingness to participate in training and a commitment to teamwork is essential. Candidates should have some understanding of a variety of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and experience of working with different year groups would be an advantage.

We are looking for someone who is calm, flexible, and committed to inclusion, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families, and who will support and uphold the Catholic ethos of our school.

Safeguarding Statement Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online check as well as satisfactory references. This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period.

For an application pack and to arrange a visit please contact the school office via email [email protected] .

Closing date: Friday 6th November 2026

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 9th November 2026

KEY PURPOSE

To work with class teachers to implement planning and assessment, working with individuals or small groups of pupils so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement.

To support pupils to overcome barriers to learning, promoting the inclusion of all pupils by developing their communication skills, supporting them to manage their behaviour, developing their independence and social skills and to take responsibility for monitoring/reporting on the impact of class based and out of class interventions.

To provide supervision, guidance, and learning opportunities in all non-lesson based activities.

MAIN ACTIVITIES

Teaching and Learning:

Under the supervision of the class teacher, deliver planned activities to individuals and small groups in small steps so that they are able to access the planned learning.

Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Support the development of pupils’ literacy and maths skills in all lessons.

Support social communication skills at all times.

Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures

Support the development of pupils’ independent learning and independence skills.

Facilitate play and social interactions at play time (and lunch times if required)

Supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable

Assessment:

Feedback to the class teacher on the progress made by individual pupils throughout the lesson verbally and in written form if needed

Assist the class teacher to give feedback on work and give verbal feedback to pupils on progress made and next steps in all lessons.

Work with the class teacher and TA Line Manager to identify pupils requiring targeted interventions based on pupil progress data and ongoing assessment of progress and assist in writing the children’s IEPs.

Pastoral:

Provide support for pupils’ emotional and social needs by encouraging and modelling positive behaviour in line with the School’s Behaviour Policy.

Contribute to the writing of Behaviour Support Plans if necessary.

Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils and follow the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)

Assist with and help pupils who are sick, distressed or injured.

Actively engage and supervise pupils during unstructured time and transitions as necessary for their safety.

Establish positive relationships with the pupils and encourage them to interact with others and engage in activities.

Management of resources:

• Assist the teacher with preparing the classroom for lessons, ensuring resources are available and cleared away throughout and at the end of the lesson.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate learning aids, materials and equipment and assist the pupils in their use.

Support to the class teacher:

Carry out any reasonable duties, which the class teacher deems appropriate and necessary for the benefit and well-being of the pupils.

Accompany the class teacher and supervise pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required.

Work on displays following consultation with the class teacher.

Provide general support, e.g. photocopying, laminating, etc as required.

Other:

Successfully complete probationary period.

Assist as required in work familiarisation of new members of staff.

To act as a first aider (if appropriate training has been provided).

Contribute to the creation and development of an organisation in which all staff recognise that they are accountable for the success of the school.

Attend and participate in regular meetings and planned training sessions.

Fulfil responsibilities as specified on school duties and undertake lunchtime supervision if needed (including wet play).

Follow school policies and staff code of conduct

This job description is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks but sets out the main expectations of the school in relation to the post holder’s professional responsibilities and duties. It is expected that the post holder may, if required, carry out any relevant additional duties, which the Headteachers may deem appropriate and necessary.

This job description may be amended at any time in consultation with the postholder

Pay: £21,992.90-£22,306.70 per year

Work Location: In person