Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant Opportunity – Nursery to Year 1 at St Joseph & St Theresa Catholic Primary School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/SJTCPS/05773

Location

High Street, Chasetown, Burntwood, Staffordshire, WS7 3XL

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£24,413.00 - £24,796.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual salary approx £21,424 (subject to T&C's)

Closing Date

10:00am, Mon 23rd Mar, 2026

Start Date

13/04/2026 or as soon as possible after this date

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

25/03/2026

Interview Date(s) 25/03/2026

About this Role

St Joseph & St Theresa Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, child‑centred and skilled Level 3 qualified (or equivalent) Teaching Assistant with experience of supporting young children in an educational setting. Ideally, you will have previously worked in a Nursery, Reception or Year 1.

We are a one‑form entry Catholic primary school, educating approximately 225 children, with 20–35 pupils in our Nursery. We are proud of our warm, nurturing environment and our dedicated Early Years team, who work collectively to ensure the highest standards of care, learning and welfare for our youngest children.

The successful candidate will:

Support and contribute positively to the Catholic ethos of the school
Demonstrate a flexible, proactive and ‘can‑do’ attitude
Support children’s learning through play‑based activities, working with individuals, small groups and the whole class
Have a strong understanding of the EYFS framework or KS1 curriculum and associated Health & Safety responsibilities
Understand safeguarding principles, confidentiality, and how to promote children’s well-being
Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team, communicating effectively to ensure the best outcomes for every child
Hold, or be willing to undertake, a Paediatric First Aid qualification

What we offer:

A warm, welcoming school community rooted in strong Catholic values
A highly experienced and supportive staff team
Training and development to ensure you meet all expectations for Keeping Children Safe in Education (Level 1), safeguarding, and Health & Safety

Post Details:

32.5 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks, including 5 INSET days)
Monday to Friday

St Joseph & St Theresa Catholic Primary School is part of the St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi Academy Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We warmly encourage visits to the school prior to applying. To arrange a visit or to make an enquiry, please contact Ms Walker (Headteacher) or Rebecca Palmer (Bursar) on 01543 227220.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role is subject to satisfactory references, social media checks, an Enhanced DBS in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and verification of the right to work in the UK.