Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

33.75 hours per week, Part Time

Fixed Term until 31st August 2027

Term Time Only, 44.67 weeks per year

The Headteacher and Governors of St Luke & St Philip's CofE Primary Academy are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and popular school.

St Luke and St Philip’s Church of England Primary Academy is a warm, welcoming and inclusive school at the heart of its community. Rooted in strong Christian values and close links with the parish and Diocese, our school is a place where children are encouraged to flourish academically, spiritually and personally. Our Christian Values are Trust, Truth, Peace and Thankfulness are at the heart of all aspects of school life. Ofsted have reported our school as, “a small oasis in the middle of a socially deprived area”.

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to model excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Have a good understanding of how children learn

• Be flexible and able to adapt to the needs of the children

• Lead interventions for small groups of children in literacy and numeracy

• Support children with SEND

• Be committed to raising standards

• Be able to liaise closely with teachers, support staff, parents and the wider community

We can offer:

• Term-time hours

• The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school

• Good opportunities for personal and career development

• An inclusive and caring ethos

• Access to health and wellbeing support for you and your family

• Lots of exciting and creative learning opportunities

• Committed and dedicated staff

• Enthusiastic and friendly children and parents

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Motivated and experienced Governing Committee and Central Trust team.

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Access to health and wellbeing support for you and your family

• Access to employee benefits & rewards through Perkbox

• Cycle to work scheme

The right candidate will have:

• The essential qualifications and experience as detailed in the person specification, including GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above

• A proven ability to work on their own initiative.

• A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.

• The ability to use relevant technology/equipment.

• A can-do attitude.

• A commitment to the happiness well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.

Please ensure that you refer to the job description as only those applicants with the essential required experience will be considered for shortlisting.

Visits to the Academy are encouraged and warmly welcomed by appointment through the office.

Closing date: Sunday 5th July 2026 at midnight

Proposed Interview date: Thursday 9th July 2026

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our safer recruitment pre-employment checks on shortlisted candidates.

We are a member of Cidari Multi Academy Trust, established in November 2013, a growing educational trust and part of the Blackburn Diocese. Cidari Education is committed to providing high quality education for all children in our academies based on clearly established Christian values and principles.

Cidari Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The above post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure & Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions. Further information is available below.