Level 1 Teaching Assistant

The Northumberland Church of England Academy; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 25,185; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Career progression

Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7

On-site childcare (The Nest)

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

The Northumberland Church of England Academy invites applications for a Level 1 Teaching Assistant at Castle School, a special school within the NCEAT family.

This permanent post offers 33.5 hours per week during term time plus 5 additional days, with a Band 2 salary of £24,796–£25,185 pro rata (£19,370–£19,674 actual). The role focuses on supporting learning for children with complex needs and requires patience, dedication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Patient, supportive and hardworking with a can-do attitude to helping the children with their learning.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development of children with complex needs within a dedicated team.

Skills

Patience

Supportive

Teamwork

Education

Experience with complex needs

Job description

Salary: Band 2 £24,796 – £25,185 pro rata (actual £19,370 – £19,674)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 33.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days
Closing Date: Wednesday 26th November

Are you keen to make a difference in a purpose built environment? Do you enjoy using creative methods to help children engage and develop? If so, we want to hear from you!

Castle School has an exciting opportunity for a Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join the committed team.

Castle School is a Special School within NCEAT that caters to children with complex and multiple learning difficulties and disabilities. The school aims to provide an individualised and innovative learning experience for its students, with a team of dedicated staff that create a space where children can safely play and learn.

It is essential that the successful candidate is patient, supportive and hardworking, with a can-do attitude to helping the children with their learning. In return, the successful candidate will play a vital role in the development and support of the children, whilst working within an experienced team of staff.

What Do We Offer?

• A supportive and collaborative staff team with a shared passion for education.
• A school community that prioritises wellbeing, values, and high expectations
• Excellent CPD opportunities and clearly defined career progression routes.
• A comprehensive ECT support programme tailored to individual needs.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 wellbeing support.
• On-site childcare provision during term time through The Nest
• Free on-site parking.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.

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!

Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

NCEA Trust, Wansbeck Workspace,Rotary Parkway, Ashington, NE63 8QZ

01670 331935

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