Early Years Teaching Assistant - St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Early Years Teaching Assistant

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team in September 2026. The role is part‑time permanent, 17.5 hours per week, Monday‑Friday 11.45 am to 3.15 pm and includes supervising midday meals.

Purpose of the job

To support the classroom teacher in the delivery of the curriculum.

Key tasks

• To undertake activities with either individuals or groups of children to ensure their safety and facilitate their physical, emotional and educational development.
• To work with individual children as directed by the class teachers or other senior members of staff.
• To promote and reinforce the children's self‑esteem and encourage positive attitudes and social interaction.
• To monitor individual children's needs and report this to the designated teacher as appropriate.
• To accompany classes and teachers on...