Higher Level Teaching Assistant, 37 hpw (Term Time Only) (Forest View Primary School)

South Tyneside Council; North East; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority is seeking a motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant for Forest View Primary School. The role requires experience in a school setting and a commitment to safeguarding children. The position offers a fixed term contract with a salary of £28,598 pa pro rata. Suitable candidates will be enthusiastic and eager to support children's learning in a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school setting.
• Ability to support teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering the curriculum in the classroom.
• Support children with their learning and personal development.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school.

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant, 37 hpw (Term Time Only) (Forest View Primary School)

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Working Pattern: Full time - term time

Advert Start Date: 18/09/2025

Advert End Date: 30/09/2025 12:00

Salary: £28,598 pa pro rata

Hours per week: 37

Job Category: Schools - Teaching Assistant

Vacancy ID: 286138

Employment Location: Forest View Primary School

Post Number: CS20825

Number of posts: 1

Closing date: 30 Sep

Further Information

Higher Level Teaching Assistant, 37 hpw (Term Time Only) (Forest View Primary School)

£28,598 pa pro rata

Fixed Term contract for 1 year initially

Required for 3 November 2025

Our friendly and welcoming school has enthusiastic and well-motivated children, a committed hard working staff, a supportive governing body and well established links with parents and the local community.

The Governors are looking to appoint a highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.

Please see the Job Description / Person Specification for further details about the role.

South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.

To apply for this post please download and complete the application form which is saved in "Supporting Documents" and return this to [e-mail]

Closing date: Noon, 30 September 2025.

Supporting documents

• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Forest View) JD - 16.09.25.doc (216.5 KB)
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Forest View) PS - 16.09.25 .docx (2.95 MB)
• Application Form.docx (57.7 KB)

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Our friendly and welcoming school has enthusiastic and well-motivated children, a committed hard working staff, a supportive governing body and well established links with parents and the local community. The Governors are looking to appoint a highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.