Teaching Assistant 3

Salary: £25,989 to £26,403 per annum pro rata (£13,351 to £13,564 per annum actual)

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Fixed Term Contract End Date: 31 August 2027

Vacancy Hours: 22 hours per week, Term time Only, plus 1 week (4 days per week to include Friday, some flexibility on other days)

Location: Malton, North Yorkshire

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust (NPCAT), a family of 38 schools and 2 sixth forms from across the Diocese of Middlesbrough. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 staff, the Trust is one of the North-East’s largest Catholic Trusts.

We are looking for a teaching assistant who:

• Be confident working with children across all Primary phases.
• Show a strong commitment to the distinctive Catholic ethos and values of our school
• Have high expectations of children’s attainment, progress and behaviour
• Has previous successful TA experience
• Demonstrate excellent Numeracy and Literacy skills
• Be able to enhance existing provision to support learning and participation
• Develop and maintain effective and supportive relationships with children, their parents and those engaged with them
• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• Be committed to promoting self-esteem in our children
• Enjoy working as part of a team Hardworking, dedicated supportive colleagues

We can offer:

• Hardworking, dedicated supportive colleagues
• A strong Catholic ethos
• A friendly and passionate team who are dedicated to maintaining high standards
• A commitment to continuous professional development

If you would like any further information about this position or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Maddy New, Business Manager at enquiries@smm.npcat.org.uk

To Apply

Please click on the link to complete an application: https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Vacancy/Details?campaignref=SCH-NPCAT-0147

Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.

Key Dates

Closing Date: Sunday 01 November 2026, 9am

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Venue for Interview: St Marys Catholic Primary School, Highfield Road, Malton, YO17 7DB

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