Our School

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a welcoming and caring school community where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. Rooted in our Catholic values, we provide a nurturing, inclusive environment in which children are inspired to learn, grow and flourish. We are proud to be part of St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust and work closely with our families, parish and wider community to ensure the very best outcomes for all our pupils.

We are looking to recruit a dedicated, enthusiastic and caring Casual Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team.

Required to start September 2026

Casual contract – hours worked on an as-required basis, Monday to Friday, term time only.

About the Role

As a Casual Teaching Assistant, you will provide classroom support as required to cover staff absence and meet the needs of the school. Working under the direction of the class teacher, you will help pupils access learning, encourage their confidence and independence, and contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine enthusiasm for supporting children's learning and development.
• Is flexible, reliable and able to adapt to different classes and year groups.
• Works well as part of a team and uses their own initiative.
• Can support pupils individually, in small groups and within whole-class activities.
• Promotes positive behaviour and encourages pupils' confidence and independence.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Has experience of working with primary-aged children (desirable but not essential).

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning under the direction of the class teacher.
• Assist individual pupils and small groups with learning activities.
• Prepare and organise classroom resources.
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils' social and emotional development.
• Help maintain a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Supervise pupils during learning activities and at other times as required.
• Provide feedback to the class teacher on pupils' progress and wellbeing.
• Support the wider life of the school as required.

What We Can Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Flexible working opportunities to fit around school needs.
• Opportunities to gain experience across different year groups.
• Access to training and professional development.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility).
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our children.

Apply Today

If you are passionate about supporting children and are looking for a flexible role within a caring and supportive school, we would love to hear from you.

Be part of our wonderful school community at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Rugeley.

Informal enquiries and further details can be obtained from Mrs M Kelsey, HR Manager, via email at mkelsey@sgacmat.co.uk.

For further information about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, please visit the school website https://www.st-josephs-rugeley.org.uk/

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and pre-employment medical clearance. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), online searches will also be carried out for shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is proud to be part of the St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, a company limited by guarantee registered in England & Wales (Company Number: 08146661). Registered Office: Station Road, Cheadle, Staffordshire ST10 1LH. Telephone: 01538 493777.