Level 1 Teaching Assistant

Northumberland Church of England Academy; Ashington; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental health support

Nest childcare provision

CPD opportunities

Gym membership discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Castle School in Ashington, part of Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust, is seeking a Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join our caring, supportive team. You will help pupils in their learning and development while working closely with experienced staff to create a safe and stimulating classroom.

This permanent role is 33.5 hours per week during term time plus five additional days, with a Band 2 salary of £26,016 pro rata (actual £20,324 per annum).

Qualifications

• Patient, supportive and motivated.
• Desire to help children succeed.
• Comfort working in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in learning and development.
• Collaborate within an experienced team.

Job description

* Level 1 Teaching AssistantFast Apply# Level 1 Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Ashington, NorthumberlandContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeContract Length: Permanent and 1 year FTCSalary: Band 2 £26,016 pro rataPosted: 14th September 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 28th September 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573968Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Permanent* Contract Length: Permanent and 1 year FTC* Job ID: 1573968* Share :**Hours:** 33.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days**Salary:** Band 2 £26,016 pro rata (actual £20,324 per annum)**Contract:** Permanent and 1 year FTC available (until 31st August 2027)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.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!### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Castle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Castle SchoolPart of### Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust