Job Description

Job description
St. Antony's RC Primary School



Shadsworth Road



Blackburn



BB1 2HP

Job Title:

Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Grade/Salary:

Grade C

Contract Type:

Fixed Term until 31/12/2026

Contract Terms:

30 hpw, Part Time, Term Time

Closing Date:

Tuesday, 4th November 2025

Required From:

ASAP or January 2026

TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS

BELOW

Join our faith and learning journey at St Antony's Roman Catholic Primary School as a Teaching Assistant Level 2.



A Teaching Assistant Level 3 position is also available depending on your experience and qualifications. You can find the Job Vacancy here.





Are you ready to be part of something truly special? We’re looking for 2 passionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our warm, welcoming, and vibrant primary school community. As previously mentioned, we are accepting both levels depending on your experience and qualifications, so if you would like to apply for the Level 3, please use the link above.

Our school is a joyful place to work and learn, with:

Incredibly well-behaved, polite and caring children who love learning and having fun. A supportive Catholic ethos where Gospel values, care and compassion are at the heart of everything we do. A strong, collaborative community of dedicated governors, parents and staff. A fun and friendly environment where no two days are the same – from talent shows and enrichment days to fancy dress discos, we work hard and play hard too!

We are looking for someone who:

Truly wants to become part of our school community and will go the extra mile for our children. Has a great sense of humour, loves to get involved and doesn’t mind dressing up now and then! Is an excellent team player, full of energy, ideas and commitment. Has a good working knowledge of the EYFS Framework or Primary National Curriculum. Can confidently lead small group work and interventions. Is willing to adapt learning for children with SEND and take part in training to support our most vulnerable pupils. Has the highest regard for safeguarding and understands its importance in a school setting.

Desirable qualifications or experience:

EYFS qualification Speech and Language training or experience

We’re proud to offer:

Excellent training and development opportunities A school that values and nurtures ambition and career progression A caring and inclusive environment where every member of staff is supported


If you are fun, ambitious, kind-hearted, and want to make a real difference in children's lives, we’d love to hear from you!

Application packs are available for download from this page. Please return completed applications to

admin@stantonysrc.co.uk

before 12pm on the closing date listed above.



This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.




This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.

Job details

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Job reference
REQ04392
Date posted
13/10/2025
Application closing date
04/11/2025
Location
St Antonys RC Primary School
Salary
Grade C.
Package
Blank
Contractual hours
30
Basis
Part time - Term time
Job category/type
Schools