Full Time, Permanent

£25,183 - £25,584 pro rata (actual salary: £21,758 - £22,105)

St Patrick’s Catholic College wishes to appoint an experienced teaching assistant to join a hardworking, motivated and enthusiastic team. The ideal candidate will be positive and proactive with the ability to inspire children to learn. They must be an excellent communicator and have the ability to build supportive relationships whilst leading a team of established teaching assistants.St Patrick’s is a caring and supportive school, where we celebrate the achievement of all our pupils and strive towards continuous improvement.  Is supportive of our Catholic ethos and who will contribute in a positive and proactive way towards the distinctive nature of our school.St Patrick’s Catholic College is part of Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 32 primary schools, and 6 secondary schools. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 plus staff, the Trust is now one of the largest Catholic Multi Academy Trust in the UK. The successful candidate will:Show a strong commitment to the distinctive Catholic ethos and values of our schoolHave high expectations of pupil’s attainment, progress and behaviourHas previous successful TA experienceDemonstrate excellent Numeracy and Literacy skillsBe able to enhance existing provision to support learning and participationDevelop and maintain effective and supportive relationships with pupils, parents and those engaged with themDemonstrate excellent behaviour management and communication skillsBe committed to promoting self-esteem in our pupilsEnjoy working as part of a team Hardworking, dedicated supportive colleaguesWe can offer:Hardworking, dedicated supportive colleaguesA commitment to continuous professional developmentA happy learning environmentPositive relationships with parents, governors and colleagues across the TrustA commitment to continuous professional developmentHappy and enthusiastic pupils, who are eager to learn and to benefit from an enriched, extended curriculum