Level 1 Teaching Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Ashington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Mental health support

Nest childcare

CPD opportunities

Gym discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Castle School in Ashington is seeking a caring Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team within a special school. You will help pupils with learning and development, supporting them to reach their full potential in a nurturing environment.

The role is permanent with an optional 1-year FTC until 31 August 2027. The school offers a rewarding career, pension, wellbeing support, and CPD opportunities within the NCEAT Trust.

Qualifications

• Level 1 Teaching Assistant role within a special school setting.
• Experience in supporting pupils in learning and development is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in learning and development.
• Collaborate with experienced team to deliver instruction.

Skills

Patience

Supportive

Teamwork

Job description

Salary: Band 2 £26,016 pro rata (actual £20,324 per annum)

Contract: Permanent and 1 year FTC available (until 31st August 2027)

Are you passionate about supporting children to learn, grow and thrive? Do you enjoy using creative and engaging approaches to help children develop their skills and confidence? If so, we would love to hear from you!

Castle School is seeking a caring and committed Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and enthusiastic team.

Castle School is a Special School within NCEAT that supports children with complex and multiple learning difficulties and disabilities. We pride ourselves on providing an innovative, personalised learning experience where every child is supported to reach their full potential. Our purpose built environment, combined with a dedicated team of staff, creates a safe and stimulating space where children can learn, explore and enjoy their school experience.

The ideal candidate will be patient, supportive and motivated, with a positive, can do attitude and a genuine desire to help children succeed. In this role, you will play an important part in supporting pupils in their learning and development while working collaboratively within an experienced team.

Why Join Us?

As well as a rewarding career within an established Multi Academy Trust, we offer the following employee benefits.

• - An excellent pension scheme with a generous employer contribution from the Trust.
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services.
• Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff through Dittolo.
• Access to The Nest, our childcare provision in Ashington and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering both paid and free 30-hour places for eligible families.
• CPD opportunities with support from across the Trust.
• Gym membership discounts, with reduced rates at Sculpt Ashington and Places Leisure.
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, giving Trust staff exclusive discounts at major retailers including Apple, JD Sports and TUI.

If you feel as though you could help contribute to the fun and inclusive environment at Castle School, we would love to hear from you!