Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - St Louis Catholic Primary School

Salary: £33,384 FTE (actual salary for part-time, term-time only £20,443)

Hours: 27.08 hours per week, 8.45am - 3.15pm Monday-Friday

To start 7th September 2026 (Fixed term contract ending 31st August 2027), Term time only

‘There is a strong sense of an inclusive, supportive community where all are welcomed. Relationships are strong and staff are positive role models leading to pupils feeling secure and knowing they are cared for. Pupils with specific needs are cared for sensitively with staff showing a real commitment to the most vulnerable.’ CSI, 2024

St Louis Catholic Primary School is a caring, friendly, and ambitious school where happy children develop a genuine love of learning. Guided by our shared values - to love, wonder and achieve together - we nurture independent thinkers and lifelong learners. Our pupils grow in confidence, show respect for others, and are ready for their role as citizens within our community.

We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who wants to make a real difference and be part of a supportive, welcoming and values-driven school community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent classroom role model with high expectations for every child
• Brings learning to life through enthusiasm, curiosity and encouragement
• Offers creativity, energy and warmth in everything they do
• Builds strong, positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Believes every child deserves to feel valued, challenged and successful
• Is reflective, motivated and eager to grow professionally
• Enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to wider school life
• Has a passion for supporting education
• Understands that great support is a blend of patience, initiative and kindness

At our school, you will find:

• Children who are enthusiastic, kind and eager to learn
• A supportive and collaborative staff team
• A school where wellbeing and professional trust are valued
• Opportunities for training, development and growing your expertise
• A strong sense of community where every member is known and valued

St Louis Catholic Primary School is proud to be part of The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust, offering excellent professional development and collaboration across a family of schools throughout the South West.

If you are a Teaching Assistant who believes that the little moments matter and know the value of relationships that help children grow in confidence and character - we would truly love to hear from you.

We welcome and encourage visits from prospective applicants. Please contact our School Office Team on 01373 463728 or send an email to office@sl.thedcet.com to arrange a visit.   For more information about our application process, please contact recruitment@thedcet.com.

Closing date:  9am, Friday 26th June 2026

Interview date:  TBC

Please note applications may be reviewed on receipt and we may close the role early. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer. 

If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search including social media platforms of your ‘name, education and employment’, to demonstrate due diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.