Teaching Assistant Level 2 with SEND

St. Margaret Mary’s Catholic Junior School

2x SEND Teaching Assistants Level 2 – 25hrs / 46 weeks (Fixed term linked to an EHCP)

Level 2 Pay Grade D / SCP 5-6 / £25,583 - £25,989 (plus SEND allowance) per annum, pro rata

[Actual Salary £15,716 - £15,965 per annum (plus SEND allowance)]

Start Date: As soon as possible.

The Governors of this large successful Catholic Junior School wish to appoint enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants to support pupils with special educational needs through their educational journey. St Margaret Mary Roman Catholic Junior School is a warm, welcoming, and stimulating environment for all children. We aim to ensure that all children enjoy school and develop a lifelong love of learning in a supportive Catholic Community.

Through our partnerships with parents and the community, we strive to help children achieve their potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

We are looking for people who are/have: -

• Outstanding SEND teaching assistants with the ability to inspire pupils.
• Experience of working with children with SEN.
• High expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour.
• Committed to supporting our Roman Catholic ethos.
• An excellent team player.
• Committed to equality of opportunity for our pupils.
• Excellent organisational and inter-personal skills

Further information and application forms are available from Mr L Pimblett, School Business Manager, by telephone on 0151-477 8490 or email Lee.Pimblett@Knowsley.gov.uk. Completed application forms should be sent directly to Lee Pimblett or the school email address for the attention of the School Business Manager. Visits to the school are welcome by appointment.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and health clearance by the Local Authority Occupational Health provider. St Margaret Mary’s Catholic Junior School is committed to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010. 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.

In compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) we recommend that you read our Privacy Notice and Data Protection policy which you can find on our website. On applying, you will find further information on the application form explaining the purpose for which we are requesting your consent to collect and process the data we have asked you to provide.

Closing Date: 12.00pm 6th March 2026.

Shortlisting: 13.00pm 6th March 2026.

Interviews: Week beginning 9th March 2026 date and time to be confirmed.