Introducing ourselves:

Our school is a one-form entry, Church of England Primary School with a Nursery in Netherton Bootle.

"Struck by the welcoming atmosphere and the strong sense of care and nurture for the whole school community" Ofsted 2017

Our modern and inspired school building and grounds reflect our ambition to work creatively to build a better future for all our pupils, our parents, our staff and the local community

Our children are well behaved, polite and respectful towards each other and members of staff. They are motivated in their learning, they have high aspirations and good relationships which make them fantastic ambassadors for our school. 

Our parents are keen to work with the school to both enhance their children's learning and achievement as well as ensure the school provides a positive focal point for the local community.

Staff benefit from our strong emphasis on professional development, shared leadership and an innovative approach to all that we do.

We are committed to protecting and promoting children’s rights and our commitment to this has been recognised by UNICEF in their Rights Respecting School Award.

The Governing Board of the school are looking to employ two committed, reflective and experienced Teaching Assistants to join our school team in our successful KS2 department.  We see this as an exciting opportunity for you to work alongside a forward thinking Leadership team who are dedicated to providing the best outcomes for all of our pupils.

We have high standards and expectations of staff, Governors, pupils and parents.

A supportive team committed to developing the teaching and learning throughout the school.

We have two vacancies.  The roles are fixed term to support a pupil in Year 3, initially to 31.08.2026.

Post 1

Monday to Friday 0845AM - 1210PM 15.8 hours

Post 2

Monday to Friday 1210PM - 1515PM 15.4 hours

Applicants must have experience in working in a primary school. The position will involve supporting the child under the supervision of class teacher in class. 

This is an opportunity for an ambitious Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and supportive team. The appointment is for October 2025.

As a school, we can offer:

•         A warm, family orientated school based on Christian faith

•         Enthusiastic and motivated pupils, staff, families and governors

•         Dedicated, hardworking and friendly colleagues

•         Polite and motivated pupils who are keen to learn

•         CPD to support the needs of the school and SENCO

•         An up to date, modern working environment

We are looking for someone who:

•         Has commitment and passion for inclusion, ensuring individual pupil needs are identified early and are met through targeted provision.

•         Has a desire to work closely with families to enhance children’s experiences

•         Is a team player, able to inspire others to approach their practice creatively so that all learners believe in themselves

•         Will work with teachers to help to monitor pupil progress.

Completed, applications should be returned to the school for the attention of Mrs J Erskine to admin.stoswalds@schools.sefton.gov.uk

Please do not send CV’s.  

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email.

Due to the nature of work the above post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Criminal Records Bureau.  

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.