Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust; Lanchester; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

All Saints' Catholic Primary School in Lanchester, part of Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, invites applications for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant on a fixed-term contract to August 2027. 31.5 hours per week, term time only plus 1 week, not including school holidays.

You will support pupils' access to learning, provide classroom and pastoral assistance, and help with routine medical needs in line with healthcare plans while upholding safeguarding and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Understanding of pupils' learning and development needs.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' access to learning and assist classroom activities.
• Provide pastoral support to pupils individually or in small groups.
• Assist with routine medical needs in line with healthcare plans and school policies.

Skills

Teaching support

Teamwork

Communication

Safeguarding

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Company: Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust

Location: All Saints' Catholic Primary School, Kitswell Road, Lanchester, Durham, DH7 0JG

Hours: 31.5 Hours per Week, Term Time Only plus 1 week (39 weeks) Fixed Term Contract to August 2027

All Saints' School, Lanchester are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. Our schools are located in Northumberland, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our Team. As a Teaching Assistant you will work under the direction of teaching and senior staff to support pupils' access to learning and to provide effective classroom and pastoral support, both individually and in small groups. The role may also involve supporting pupils with routine medical needs, in line with individual healthcare plans and school policies, including assistance with prescribed medication and agreed medical procedures.

We are seeking a conscientious, reliable and committed individual who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential and who will actively promote and uphold the ethos and values of our school. You will contribute positively to the learning environment by encouraging inclusion, independence and positive behaviour.

The successful candidate will have relevant experience of working with children or young people in an educational setting, a good understanding of pupils' learning and development needs, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and supporting the wellbeing of all pupils.

Closing Date: Sunday 15th November 2026

Shortlisting Date: TBC

Interview Date: TBC

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.