The Governors of St Vincent’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, dedicated, and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Level 2 Teaching Assistant. This is a fixed-term position, supporting individual pupils by providing focused assistance to promote their learning and development.
Salary: Band 3 – pt. 6 - 11 (£25,989-£28,142) pro rata (actual starting salary £16,033 or £17,883 dependant on hours agreed, as per below)
Hours: 26 or 29 hours per week (two roles available), split across 5 days per week. Term time only, plus INSET days (39 weeks per academic year)
Contract: Fixed-term
Applications: An application pack can be found on our website and further details are available via email at recruitment@stvincents.trafford.sch.uk.
Completed application forms and all supplementary forms should be returned to the above email address. Please note CV’s will not be accepted on their own.
We are looking for:
- An outstanding and caring practitioner who is aspirational and passionate about outcomes for children.
- Someone who can work in partnership with others.
- Someone who is flexible and well organised.
- Someone who can make positive relationships with both pupils and parents.
- Commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school.
In return, we can offer:
- A warm welcome from a happy and supportive community, with a strong Catholic ethos.
- Confident and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
- A friendly, hardworking and committed staff network.
- Excellent opportunities for continued professional development.
- A supportive and committed Governing Body.
Closing date: 12 noon, Friday 10th July 2026
Start date: 1st September 2026
St. Vincent’s is an Equal Opportunities employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, religion, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, sex and sexual orientation.
St Vincent’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) Checks and satisfactory professional references. The applicant will be required to subscribe to the update service and maintain the cost of the subscription for the duration of the employment (currently £16 per year). Online checks will be performed following successful shortlisting. Overseas checks will be carried out if applicable.
