Teaching Assistant Level 2

St Thomas’ C.E. Primary School

Hodnet Drive, Ashton in Makerfield, WN4 8PQ

Salary:
Grade 3, £16,477 per annum (£13.26 per hour)

Hours: 28.5 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year

Positions: 2 x Permanent Teaching Assistant

Start:
September 2026

At St Thomas’s Primary School, we believe that every child deserves to feel valued, supported and inspired to achieve their very best.

We are looking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing and inclusive school where relationships are at the heart of everything we do and where staff are encouraged to grow, develop and make a genuine difference to children's lives.

We are seeking someone who is passionate about supporting children, enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues and is committed to helping every child succeed both academically and personally.

• Friendly, supportive and experienced colleagues
• Wonderful children who are eager to learn and achieve
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• A positive and inclusive working environment where everyone's contribution is valued
• A leadership team that is approachable, supportive and committed to helping staff thrive

You will be someone who shares our values, has high expectations for all children and is committed to creating positive outcomes for every pupil.

You will be enthusiastic, flexible and able to build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues. Most importantly, you will have a genuine desire to make a difference every day.

Further information regarding the role, responsibilities and person specification can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Interview date: 10/07/2026

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check.

The employer is committed to safeguarding.