Level 3 Teaching Assistant and Senior Playworker

St. Michael’s Church of England ( C ) Primary School Joint Role:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant and Senior Playworker Permanent

Grade 5 (SCP 12-17) Permanent (Term Time only. Total 32.5hours)

39 weeks (5 training days)

SCP
12 = £21,701.85 – SCP 17 = £23,541.33 Actual salary

St Michael’s is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and energetic individual to fulfil both roles.

From 11:30am until 3.15pm you will work as a level three teaching assistant in school before moving to work in our after school provision from 3.15pm until 6.00pm.

This vacancy is from 23rd February 2026.

Our school has a strong family feel to it which is built our Christian values and ethos. The behaviour and attitudes of our children are excellent. We are very well supported by our parents and carers.

Our teaching assistants are valued members of our staff team. You will be compassionate and skilled in working with children including those with complex special needs. You will lead small groups and when needed be a cover supervisor. A passion for helping children to learn to read and experience of teaching Read, Write Inc Phonic would be an advantage.

We have a very popular after school club. Your role in the club is to ensure that our children are happy and have lots of opportunities to play. You will build positive relationships with our children and families. You will be the senior member of staff within the club and provide support to your colleagues as needed.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates with a living Christian faith.

Application forms are available from Louise Brown, Business Manager.
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Should you wish to visit the school or require further information about the post. Please contact the school office

We are committed to the protection and safety of our pupils.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and social media check.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

Closing date Wednesday 28th January 2026. 12 noon.