Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust; Hunstanworth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School in Chester le Street is hiring a Level 2 Teaching Assistant on a part-time, term-time basis. The role supports pupils with SEND, assists with planning and learning activities, and helps create an engaging classroom environment. The post is funded for 15 hours per week during 38 weeks of the year.

We seek an enthusiastic, reliable candidate with experience supporting children with SEN and a collaborative approach to teamwork within a caring school community.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with SEND.
• Able to follow planning and deliver age-appropriate activities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEND and contribute to EHCP targets.
• Assist in following lesson plans and delivering activities.
• Maintain a stimulating and organized learning environment.

Skills

SEND support

Flexible

Teamwork

Excellent communication

Job description

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Job Summary

Contract Type: Temporary

Working Pattern: Part time - term time

Advert Start Date: 29/09/2026

Advert End Date: 12/10/2026 12:00

Salary: Grade D, SCP 5-7 (£26,427 - £27,274 per annum, pro rata)

Job Category: Schools - Teaching Assistant

Vacancy ID: 302688

Employment Location: St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Ropery Lane, Chester le Street, DH3 3PH

Number of posts: 1

Closing date: 12 Oct

Further Information

Location: St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Ropery Lane, Chester le Street, DH3 3PH

Grade: Grade D, SCP 5-7 (£26,427 - £27,274 per annum, pro rata)

Hours: 15 Hours per week, Term Time Only (38 weeks). Temporary Contract (Funding dependant)

St Cuthbert's is a caring, friendly, happy school with children who are proud of their school. We are a dedicated and caring staff who are supportive to all. We are enthusiastic in delivering a vibrant curriculum and developing the whole child as they grow.

We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland and Sunderland. Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England, which has a total of 48 schools. This is an exciting time to join our supportive, and growing team.

We would like to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated, Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to join our hardworking and supportive team at St. Cuthbert's. This is a part‑time post, to provide support to children with or working towards an EHCP, however we anticipate the successful candidate will also appreciate the need for flexibility on occasions.

We are seeking an individual who is:

• Skilled in supporting children with SEND
• Flexible, approachable and has a love of working with children
• Able to help create a stimulating, organised and interactive learning environment
• An excellent communicator who values teamwork

We are seeking an individual who has:

• Previous experience of working with children with SEN
• Experience of following planning and delivering age-appropriate activities
• A good understanding of children's learning
• Sound practical, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Experience of supporting children with SEN
• Have experience of monitoring a child's progress towards their EHCP targets and liaise with the SENDCO in preparation for review meetings.

The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.