Teaching Assistant Level 3 (EYFS)

TEACHING ASSISTANT – LEVEL 3 (EYFS) PERMANENT

Pay Band: F (SCP 12–17)

Salary: £28,598 – £31,022 per annum, pro rata

[actual salary: 21,082 - £22,869 per annum]

Hours: 30 hours per week

Weeks: Term time only

Contract Type: Permanent

The Governing Body of St Luke’s Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant Level 3 to work within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The successful candidate will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO to support teaching and learning, including targeted support for pupils with Special Educational Needs, enabling all children to achieve their full potential within a caring, inclusive and faith-centred environment.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a relevant Level 3 Certificate/Diploma in Early Years Education (or equivalent).
• Have experience working within EYFS
• Have experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs
• Be able to support learning through planned and play-based activities
• Demonstrate a caring, patient and inclusive approach
• Work effectively as part of a team under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCO
• Support the Catholic ethos and values of St Luke’s Catholic Primary School

Safeguarding

St Luke’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding, 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.

‘By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2025’

How to Apply

An application form, Job Description and Person Specification are available to download from the school website: https://stluke.knowsley.sch.uk/about-us/job-vacancies

Completed applications should be returned via email to: stluke@knowsley.gov.uk

Important Dates

Closing Date: Monday 8th June at 12 noon

Interviews: Week beginning 15th June 2026