Teaching Assistant Level 2

Applications must be made on the CES support staff application form which can be found at www.cesew.org.uk

Temporary. To commence on 1st September 2026 until 31st December 2026 (possibility of extending, subject to funding)

The Governors are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified or relatively experienced Level 2 KS1/KS2 Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting young learners in their early educational journey.

The successful candidate will:

• Work collaboratively as part of a highly motivated and dedicated team.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum across core subjects including English, Maths, Science, and foundation subjects, with the ability to support and reinforce learning effectively.
• Promote and model good professional practice, maintaining high standards of conduct and contributing positively to the school’s ethos and culture.
• Possess excellent numeracy and literacy skills, enabling confident support for pupils’ learning needs and curriculum delivery.
• Have experience in delivering targeted intervention strategies to support pupils who require additional help to achieve their full potential academically.
• Show a strong commitment to supporting pupils’ social and emotional development and promote well-being within the classroom and wider school environment.
• Exhibit excellent organisational skills, managing resources efficiently and providing timely feedback to teaching staff to inform planning and pupil progress.

The successful candidate must be highly committed, flexible, enthusiastic, patient and show great initiative. In addition, be willing and able to make a caring and positive contribution to the class and school. They will be joining a friendly and highly committed team within a happy and successful school.

St Brigid’s is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare of children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory references.

Interviews: Thursday 9th July 2026 (time tbc)

Applications must be made on the CES support staff application form which can be found at www.cesew.org.uk

Completed application forms should be returned for the attention of Mrs K Steel, School Administrator, at stbrigid@knowsley.gov.uk