TA - St Clare's

Overview

The Local Academy Council wish to appoint a highly motivated practitioner, who is an enthusiastic and committed professional, to join our hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff team to support the teaching and learning across school. 

SCP 5-6

30 hours per week. 8.30am - 3.15pm Monday to Friday (45 minute unpaid lunch break). Term Time Only.

Fixed term for 1 year.

Required from September 2025.

Job Advert

We offer:

• a supportive working environment where everyone is valued and respected
• the opportunity to join a happy, hardworking and dedicated team of staff and governors who strive to offer excellent learning opportunities for all children;
• friendly, well-behaved and motivated pupils who are fully engaged with their learning across the curriculum
• a well-structured programme for Professional Development, offered by the Blessed Christopher Wharton Catholic Academy Trust

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who:

• will provide high quality support and encouragement under the direction of the class teacher

• has a minimum of a C grade in Maths and English GCSE (or equivalent) and secure knowledge and skills in both subjects
• is committed to working as part of a team to promote excellence in children’s learning
• is dedicated to helping our children achieve their full potential
• is committed to high standards of behaviour and attainment

Salary & Benefits

Salary from £16843 to £17417 per year

Location

St Clare's Catholic Primary School
Fagley Road
Fagley
West Yorkshire
BD2 3JD

Supporting documents

• Consent to Obtain References Form download_for_offline
  download_for_offlineConsent to Obtain References Form
• Model Application Form - Support Staff download_for_offline
  download_for_offlineModel Application Form - Support Staff
• Recruitment Monitoring Form download_for_offline
  download_for_offlineRecruitment Monitoring Form
• Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 - Disclosure Form download_for_offline
  download_for_offlineRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 - Disclosure Form

 

• Fixed TermTA Post September 2025 download_for_offline
  download_for_offlineFixed TermTA Post September 2025

 

Deadline and how to apply

Application Packs are available by emailing the School Business Manager, Lynne Davey on: lynne.davey@cla.bcwcat.co.uk. Applications should be returned to Lynne Davey by email to lynne.davey@cla.bcwcat.co.uk.

 

Visits to the school are very welcome and can be arranged by contacting the School Office on 01274 637841.

Visit Dates: 17 June 2025

Closing date: 23 June 2025

Interviews: 26 June 2025

Safeguarding

 The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the exceptions order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Appointments will be made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and the receipt of satisfactory references and all other pre-employment checks.

Equal Opportunities 

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is based on merit and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We strive to foster a work environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.