Teaching Assistant - Level 1
| Posting date: | 25 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 October 2025 |
| Location: | Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 0ET |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 8559de31-f611-4a0d-98b2-0b11aee0ce2e |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
St Patrick's are currently seeking a level 1 Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic teaching assistant who can work as part of our dedicated team of support staff. The candidate will be working with 1 or more pupils with complex special educational needs as well as providing general support for pupils inside of the classroom. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of special educational needs and demonstrate a commitment to inclusive education.
The successful candidate will:
• Have experience of supporting pupils
• Be willing to support pupils with complex Special Educational Needs
• Have a clear understanding of the Catholic faith and be willing to uphold the school’s ethos and values
• Foster effective relationships with all stakeholders
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)
Commitment to safeguarding
The Trust is committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of all children and young people in our care. Applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and overseas police checks (where applicable). Please see STOC’s Safeguarding and Recruitment Policies for further details. All staff have a key role and responsibility in this area and will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check.
St Patrick's are currently seeking a level 1 Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic teaching assistant who can work as part of our dedicated team of support staff. The candidate will be working with 1 or more pupils with complex special educational needs as well as providing general support for pupils inside of the classroom. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of special educational needs and demonstrate a commitment to inclusive education.
The successful candidate will:
• Have experience of supporting pupils
• Be willing to support pupils with complex Special Educational Needs
• Have a clear understanding of the Catholic faith and be willing to uphold the school’s ethos and values
• Foster effective relationships with all stakeholders
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)
Commitment to safeguarding
The Trust is committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of all children and young people in our care. Applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and overseas police checks (where applicable). Please see STOC’s Safeguarding and Recruitment Policies for further details. All staff have a key role and responsibility in this area and will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check.