Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary and St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to support children, including those with special needs. This fixed-term contract offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a nurturing environment, focused on developing each pupil's full potential. Candidates with experience across key stages and a good understanding of children's learning are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working across key stages including EYFS.
• Experience in whole class supervision.
• Good understanding of children’s learning.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs.
• Work with children in class, small groups, and individuals.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities.

Skills

Experience of working across key stages

Supervision of whole class

Planning age-appropriate activities

Understanding of children’s learning

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Support for children with special needs

Flexibility

Approachability

Education

Relevant experience or qualifications in education

Job description

Location: St Mary and St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Stella Lane, Blaydon-On-Tyne, NE21 4NE

Grade: Grade E, SCP 8-11 (£25,992 - £27,269 per annum, pro rata)

Hours: 37 hours per week, Fixed term contract until 31st August 2026, Term Time Only + 1 week (39 weeks per year)



St Mary and St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a committed, motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our highly effective team.



The role will involve working with children across the whole school and to support pupil’s with special educational needs.



The successful candidate will work in class, with small groups and individuals.



The candidate should have the following:

• Experience of working across the key stages including EYFS


• Experience of whole class supervision


• Experience of planning and delivering age-appropriate activities


• A good understanding of children’s learning


• Sound practical, interpersonal and organisational skills


• Experience of supporting children with special educational needs


• Be flexible and approachable

St Mary and St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School is a one-form entry primary school in Stella, Gateshead serving the community of Stella. We aim to develop the talents of each pupil as a unique individual whose full potential can be developed in a community which has Christ at its centre.



St Mary and St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School 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 and will have a total of 48 schools. This is an exciting time to join our supportive, and growing team.



How to Apply:



To complete an online application form please click the 'Apply Now' button.



Prospective candidates are welcome to view the school and should telephone the school office on 0191 414 3116 to make an appointment.



Closing date: 8am, Monday 23rd June 2025

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.