Teaching Assistant Level 2

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Application forms are available from Sefton Council website or from the school website.

Completed applications to be addressed to the Chair of Governors Mrs Carole McBride and returned by Friday 22nd August 2025 at 12 noon.

Applications should be emailed to: recruitment.gcp@schools.sefton.gov.uk.

Interviews will be in September.Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email or telephone.

GREAT CROSBY CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL

The Northern Road, Crosby, Liverpool L23 2RQ

Tel: O151 924 8661

email:admin.greatcrosby@schools.sefton.gov.uk

“… that they may have life and have it to the full.”

John 10:10

Teaching Assistant Level 2 / Welfare Assistant

Required for September 2025

Number on Roll 748 including Nursery

The Governors are looking to appoint a committed Teaching Assistant Level 2.

The contract is fixed term until 31st August 2026 due to funding.

The TA2 contract is for 27.5 hours per week. The Welfare contract is for 2.5 hours per week and is for 30 minutes per day, plus a 30 minute lunch break.

The candidate will:

• Establish good working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model
• Be aware of and respond appropriately to individual pupil needs ensuring effective interaction
• Provide specific support to pupils, dependent upon their individual needs ensuring their safety whilst supporting access to learning activities
• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
• Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
• Promote self-esteem and independence
• Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance and direction of the teacher
• Be familiar with the school assessment policy and Early Years pedagogy
• Assist with the display of children’s work
• In liaison with the teacher, utilise strategies to support pupils in achieving learning goals
• Establish positive relationships with parents/carers
• Prepare and maintain resources required for the learning environment

We are looking for someone who:

• Will support, contribute and uphold our strong Catholic ethos
• Is enthusiastic and committed to making a difference
• Is organised, efficient and able to work in a busy environment
• Has a high expectation of care for all children and an understanding of school safeguarding requirements
• Has excellent communication skills at all levels, is a team player, has a desire to raise standards and a sense of humour

We can offer you:

• highly committed, talented enthusiastic and professional staff
• children who are eager to learn
• a commitment to continuous professional development
• a committed and supportive Governing Body
• a happy, growing Catholic family

Due to the nature of work the above post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).

“The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment."