Teaching Assistant

Shorefields; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic primary school in Stanford-le-Hope seeks a committed Teaching Assistant to support SEND pupils and assist in various educational responsibilities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate empathy and creativity, working alongside the class teacher in a nurturing environment from 8:30 to 15:30. This full-time, permanent position offers a supportive community with a focus on the wellbeing and academic success of its pupils, along with a pay range aligned with Thurrock Band 3 and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Supportive community

Generous holiday entitlement

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school setting.
• Ability to handle social and emotional needs of pupils.
• Flexibility and enthusiasm to support pupils.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and welfare of pupils during lunchtime.
• Supervise dining hall and administer first aid.
• Support children's play and participate in training.

Skills

High expectations of children

Creative thinking

Passionate about supporting all pupils

Confident with challenging needs

Strong understanding of the primary curriculum

Understanding of pastoral needs

Able to support in small groups

Works well as part of a team

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC3513-150S | Position Type: Teaching/Child Support | Pay Range: Band 3 Point 8-12 | Position Start Date: Immediate | Contract Type: Full-time | Contract Term: Permanent | Application Close: 15/01/2026 | Midday Date of Interviews: TBC.

Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about working in a school, committed to supporting pupils? If so, we need you here! Under new leadership, we are on an exciting journey of growth and development while maintaining our Catholic ethos and living our core Gospel values.

We are a vibrant Catholic primary school with a rich partnership with the community and the parish of Our Lady and St. Joseph. We enjoy wonderful support from our parents to provide an environment where our children thrive. This is a happy school where children are supported and encouraged to take risks and have a go.

We promote a rich curriculum with a strong emphasis on physical and mental wellbeing and utilise our outdoor learning resources. We serve our community by offering a welcoming, supportive and caring environment where children thrive academically and socially.

We are looking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant to support our SEND pupils and provide interventions. You will work in partnership with the Class Teacher and must be flexible and enthusiastic. Working hours are 8:30‑15:30 Monday to Friday term time only. Remuneration: Thurrock Band 3 – Point Range 8-12 including fringe allowance and 6 weeks paid holiday entitlement.

Responsibilities

Your primary role will be to maintain the safety, welfare and good conduct of the pupils during the lunchtime break. Duties include supervising the dining hall, administering first aid and supporting children's play (training will be provided). Our friendly team will support you and you will receive training.

Qualifications and Skills

• High expectations of children and themselves, with a passion for raising standards and attainment.
• Creative thinking to engage, enthuse and motivate children to learn.
• Passionate about supporting all pupils, demonstrating empathy and understanding of different needs.
• Confident and able to work with pupils with challenging needs, including social and emotional needs/behaviours.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and skills to assist pupils in developing a good standard of attainment.
• Understanding of how to support children with pastoral needs.
• Confident and able to support pupils in small groups and 1:1.
• Works well as part of a team and committed to improving and developing their own practice.

What We Offer

• A happy school with a strong Catholic ethos and active community and parish links.
• Enthusiastic and well‑motivated children.
• Very supportive parents and governors.
• A culture of enjoyment and achievement.

Application Procedure

Applicants are invited to submit your application forms. Upon receipt, candidates may be invited for interview. Any appointments offered will be on completion of the interview process and relevant safeguarding checks.

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School and The Christus Catholic Trust are committed to safeguarding. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and other pre‑employment checks. You must disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 before appointment.

For an application pack, please contact Mrs Julie Staples (Tel: [phone]) or email [e-mail]. We do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: 15th January 2026. Interview Date: To be confirmed. Start Date: ASAP.