Teaching Assistant

Permanent Contract 

30 hours per week, Term Time Only + 5 INSET days

NJC 5 (£13.26 per hour) 

Job Overview

Join our dedicated team and help every child thrive.

At St. Bernard’s, our children are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and committed Teaching Assistant to support pupils’ learning, development and wellbeing as part of our welcoming and hardworking team.

In this rewarding role, you will work alongside teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences, prepare resources, support pupils pastorally, and help create an environment where every child feels valued, confident, and ready to succeed. You will play an important part in monitoring progress, celebrating achievements, and ensuring that all children receive the support they need to flourish.

This is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day while becoming part of a vibrant school community that values teamwork, kindness, and high aspirations.

Job Requirements

We are looking for someone who has:

• A minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, including English and Maths.
• A relevant Teaching Assistant, childcare or educational qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting learning and contributing to positive outcomes for pupils.
• A positive and nurturing approach, with the ability to build strong relationships with children and families.
• A caring and empathetic approach, with the ability to build positive relationships and support the inclusion and wellbeing of all children.

What We Offer

You will be joining a warm, welcoming, and dedicated team committed to living out our Catholic mission and helping every child achieve their God-given potential.

As recognised in our recent Ofsted inspection:

“The school’s strong culture of care and nurture means pupils feel safe and valued.”

“Pupils enjoy coming to school. They know that staff care about them and will support them with any worries.”

Working at St. Bernard’s, you will benefit from:

• Supportive leadership and a collaborative staff team.
• A strong commitment to professional development and career growth.
• A culture rooted in kindness, respect, empathy, and high expectations.
• Friendly colleagues who work hard, support one another, and enjoy celebrating success together.
• High-quality professional development and training opportunities.
• Access to wider collaboration and support through the Newman Catholic Trust.

We are particularly proud that:

“Pupils behave well and are respectful of others. They are keen to learn and respond well to adults’ high expectations.” — Ofsted, 2025

Why St. Bernard’s?

At the heart of our school is a shared mission to guide children in following the footsteps of Jesus, nurturing their unique gifts and helping them grow into compassionate, respectful, and ambitious young people.

St. Bernard’s is a happy, caring school where strong relationships underpin everything we do. Our staff are passionate about supporting children to succeed, while our pupils arrive each day eager to learn, embrace new challenges, and show kindness to others.

We are proud of the positive, family atmosphere that makes St. Bernard’s such a special place to work.

“The school is a happy place where pupils can be themselves.” — Ofsted, 2025

If you share our belief that every child deserves the opportunity to flourish and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Visits Welcome

We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school and experience the St. Bernard’s family for themselves. Please contact the school office on 0117 903 0352 to arrange a visit.

Safeguarding Commitment

St. Bernard's Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including an online search..