Teaching Assistant

Band D £20,487 to £20,814 or  Band F £22,544 to £24,455
33.75 Working Hours –  39 Weeks per Year
Permanent

St Werburgh’s is a vibrant and nurturing Catholic primary school in the heart of Birkenhead. We are dedicated to providing a supporting and inclusive environment where every child can flourish.

The Headteacher and Governing Body of St Werburgh's Catholic Primary School are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and effective Teaching Assistant to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the next generation of young people; fostering academic excellence and spiritual growth in a supportive, faith-centered environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Supporting the class teacher in delivering high quality education.
Assisting individual pupils and small groups with targeted learning activities.
Encourage a strong sense of Catholic values, promoting respect, kindness, and service to others in all aspects of school life.
Promoting positive behaviour and creating an inclusive learning environment.
Work collaboratively with other teaching assistants, teachers and parents to support the holistic development of each child.
Helping to prepare learning materials and classroom displays.
Supervising children during playtime and lunchtime duties.
Supporting children with additional needs, where and when required.

Key Attributes:
A qualified teaching assistant- to at least level 2.
A commitment to upholding and promoting the Catholic ethos of the school.
A strong understanding of the National Curriculum.
A nurturing approach, with the ability to inspire and support students in both their academic and spiritual journeys.
Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills.
The children, staff and community of St Werburgh's Catholic Primary School and Nursery make up an energetic, warm and welcoming team. We value each member of our school community and look forward to welcoming a successful candidate who demonstrates consistently high standards, a caring approach and a passion to share their skills with both staff and children.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic school environment where you can make a significant impact on the lives of all of our children.

What St Werburgh's Catholic Primary School and Nursery can offer you;
The experience of working in a Catholic primary school, committed to shared Christian values.-A warm and welcoming environment.
Fun-loving, kind, caring and engaging children.

A supportive team to work within.
A dedicated and supportive Governing Body.
Ongoing CPD opportunities.

Please return completed application forms with a supporting letter to the Headteacher, Miss Johanna Flynn, at the school address of via businessmanager@stwerburghs.wirral.sch.uk

School visits are warmly welcomed and are available by appointment. Please arrange by calling the school office on 0151 647 8404

Closing Date: Monday 2nd June 2025
Shortlisting: Monday 2nd June 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 4th June 2025

All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.

The school is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of our children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff. 

This post is subject to an Enhanced Level CRB check.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability