Teaching Assistant Level 2

We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.

• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 28.5 hours per week.
• Closing Date: 17/09/2026 at 16:00
• Reference: svp 0883

The Governors of St Laurence’s Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a dedicated and suitably qualified Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the school as required, initially in year 5 with a possibility of moving to a different year group in the future depending on experience.

We are seeking a committed, enthusiastic and proactive individual who is passionate about supporting children and enabling them to thrive.

The successful candidate will:

• Work closely with the class teacher following plans and targets.
• Have the ability to work flexibly.
• Be committed to working within the Catholic ethos of St Laurence’s Catholic Primary School.
• Have an understanding and experience of working with primary children.
• Be able to work positively within a team.
• Make a positive contribution to school life.
• Have an understanding of the National Curriculum and have competent skills in both English and Maths.
• Must have completed the NVQ/NCFE Level 2 Teaching Assistants Course.

St Laurence’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to:

• Undertake an enhanced DBS check
• Provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK
• Undergo an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education

W/C 21 st September 2026 (TBC following shortlisting)