Teaching Assistant

• Teaching_Assistant_Level_2_Job_Description
• Non_Teaching_Application_Form

Please only use the downloadable Non-Teaching Staff Application form.

Please email Mrs Helena Barton at the school office if you require an application form by post - admin@ourladyqueenofpeaceprimary.co.uk

Please include a cover letter / with your application. Applications will be accepted by email, or posted to: Mrs H. Barton, Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Ford Close, Litherland, Liverpool, L21 0EP

We are looking to appoint a Level 2 Teaching Assistant with SEND support, to start April 2026. Previous TA experience is essential.

Main Duties
To work with and supervise groups of children or individual pupils under the direction of the class teacher/senior staff, inclusive of specific individual learning needs, enabling access to learning for all pupils.

To assist and support with classroom routines, preparation of work and the learning environment.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is able to support the care and welfare of children;
• Can work effectively as part of a dedicated team, has excellent communication skills and is committed to building positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Able to support pupils who have additional needs.

We will offer you:

• A caring, happy school with a pupil centred ethos for learning;
• A school community that puts children and families at its heart
• Hard working and highly committed staff and governors, who are very willing to help each other, share good practice and work together as part of a team.

Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary is a "small school with a big heart". We are really proud of our school and encourage you to explore our school website: https://www.ourladyqueenofpeaceprimary.co.uk/

As an employee of the school, you will have a responsibility for and must be committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment to keeping children safe.

Any offer of employment will be subject to statutory pre-employment checks and Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013 & 2020) and shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose any relevant criminal history prior to interview.

Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

Interviews: 25th - 27th March 2026