The posting
You will have a talent for engaging children and will be required to work flexibly across all age groups and abilities.
You will support the work of our teachers in this varied role and duties include working in 1:1 situations, leading small groups and providing general classroom support.
Working with children who have varying needs, from SEN to behavioural and emotional needs, you will encourage the acceptance and inclusion of all children.
There will be opportunities to develop your career within the school which allows you to make a valued contribution to our children's learning.
This is a permanent role starting from 4 January 2027. You will be working for 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only. There are 2 x posts available.
About us
The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary is a Primary school and is located in Woodthorpe, Nottingham. We are an Ofsted-rated 'Good' school]. We are a great place to work because our school is proud of its strong community. We value our partnership with parents and carers, the parish we serve and the wider community. We acknowledge the crucial role played by our parents and carers as an integral part of our school community and appreciate their involvement in the life and work of the school.
We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, bringing together the 35 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.
You will:
- Be caring and supportive, and committed to achieving excellent results.
- Support the Teachers to enthuse our students, inspiring their learning and progress.
- Assist with the planning, differentiation and preparation of intervention strategies.
- Promote the well-being of our student’s providing guidance and support
- Establish supportive relationships with pupils, allowing them to feel valued and listened to and encouraging questions and ideas.
- Provide support for leaning activities and monitor their effectiveness.
What’s in it for you?
- A competitive salary: £19,405 - £20,021 per annum (OLOL Band 2, NJC Points 3 - 5).
- Fantastic benefits:
- Generous Pension Scheme.
- Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
- Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!
- A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.
- Term time only working.



