Teaching Assistant Level 3 (EYFS)
- Employer: St Lukes RC Primary
- Salary: Salary: £28,598 – £31,022 per annum, pro rata [actual salary: 21,082 - £22,869 per annum]
- Location: Shaw Lane, Prescot
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
- Hours: 30 hours per week.
- DBS Check: Enhanced
- Closing Date: 08/06/2026 at 12:00
- Reference: SVP 0739
TEACHING ASSISTANT – LEVEL 3 (EYFS) PERMANENT
Pay Band: F (SCP 12–17)
Salary: £28,598 – £31,022 per annum, pro rata
[actual salary: 21,082 - £22,869 per annum]
Hours: 30 hours per week
Weeks: Term time only
Contract Type: Permanent
The Governing Body of St Luke’s Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant Level 3 to work within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The successful candidate will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO to support teaching and learning, including targeted support for pupils with Special Educational Needs, enabling all children to achieve their full potential within a caring, inclusive and faith-centred environment.
The successful candidate will:
- Hold a relevant Level 3 Certificate/Diploma in Early Years Education (or equivalent).
- Have experience working within EYFS
- Have experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs
- Be able to support learning through planned and play-based activities
- Demonstrate a caring, patient and inclusive approach
- Work effectively as part of a team under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCO
- Support the Catholic ethos and values of St Luke’s Catholic Primary School
Safeguarding
St Luke’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an
enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
‘By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2025’
How to Apply
An application form, Job Description and Person Specification are available to download from the school website: https://stluke.knowsley.sch.uk/about-us/job-vacancies
Completed applications should be returned via email to: stluke@knowsley.gov.uk
Important Dates
Closing Date: Monday 8th June at 12 noon
Interviews: Week beginning 15th June 2026