The Archdiocese of Cardiff in partnership with Hereford Children’s Services 

 

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER’S RC PRIMARY SCHOOL 

Venns Lane Hereford   

HR1 1DT 

01432 273941 

admin@st-francisxaviers.hereford.sch.uk 

 

The Governors of this happy, friendly and successful school require two enthusiastic teaching assistants to join our school.  Candidates should have an understanding of and empathy with the Catholic ethos of our school. 

 

Vacancy 1 

Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant Level 3  

Required for September 2026 

Term time only 

Permanent/Variable Contract Min 12.5 hours - Max 25 hours per week 

Initially 21.75 hours per week 

Salary - 21.75 hours £12808.50 - £14185.56 

Mornings - Monday – Friday 

Two afternoons (days to be confirmed to suit school’s needs)   

Two half hour lunch time cover sessions 

Closing date for applications: Monday 13th April (12 noon) 

Vacancy 2 

Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant Level 3 (maternity cover) 

Temporary to start Monday 1st June 2026 

Term time only 

24 hours per week 

Salary  - 24 hours £14133.52 - £15653.03 

 

Mornings - Monday – Friday 

Three afternoons (days to be confirmed to suit school’s needs)   

Two half hour lunch time cover sessions 

 

Closing date for applications: Monday 13th April (12 noon) 

 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions carry a requirement for an enhanced disclosure check. 

 

Application forms available to download below.