Join us on our journey at Christ Church Academy

At Christ Church Academy, we are proud of our dedicated staff, motivated pupils and supportive parents and carers. Together, we have built a welcoming and inspiring community where everyone is valued, encouraged, and empowered to achieve their best. If you are passionate about making a difference in education, we would love for you to join our team.

 

Teaching Assistant Vacancy

Vacancy:

Teaching Assistant 

Weekly Hours:

30 hrs per week - 09:00am to 3:30pm.  Term Time only

Contract Type:

Fixed Term – End date 31 July 2027

Length of Contract:

Dependent on start date

Full Time Annual Salary:

SCP 4-6: £25,185-£25,989

Pro Rata Annual Salary: 

£17,732 - £18,298

Commencement Date:

ASAP


The Governors wish to appoint a vibrant and energetic Teaching Assistant. The ideal candidate will have experience of working with children with learning difficulties as well as youngsters who have physical disabilities/medical need or who are finding it difficult to cope with the everyday rigours of school life.

Qualification desirable include NNEB, NVQ3 or City & Guilds 73202 or 7327 however candidates with other relevant experience of working with children are welcome to apply.

Ofsted (2022) state the ‘pupils at Christ Church thrive’ and behaviour us good.  They also state that ‘the school provides good care and support for pupils with SEND’

A willingness to provide emergency first aid cover would be beneficial for which training could be provided.

We will provide:

  • Highly motivated and engaged pupils who display good behavior for learning
  • Excellent care and support for staff
  • Comprehensive induction and on-going opportunities for Professional Development

Visits to the Academy are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact Miss W Fenton (PA to the Principal) via email at w.fenton@cca.staffs.sch.uk or phone on 01785 334900. Shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to tour the school as part of the interview process.

Further Information

Job Description

Application Form

Recruitment Monitoring Form

Completed applications can be emailed to Miss Fenton via w.fenton@cca.staffs.sch.uk or posted to the Academy marked for Miss Fenton’s attention.

Closing Date:                 Monday 2nd February 2026 - noon      
Interview Date:              Thursday 5th February 2026

Additional Information

This Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to a “disclosure” check under the “Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974”. Further details regarding this check and Staffordshire County Council’s employment policy will be found within the application pack.  An online check of all shortlisted candidates will be carried out.