Level 3 Teaching Assistant

St Josephs; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Washington invites applications for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. The post is permanent, part time during term time, with additional days as specified, and a pro rata salary of £27,709–£29,070.

The successful candidate will plan and deliver age-appropriate activities, follow the class teacher's instructions, and support pupils with SEN within all key stages. A collaborative, nurturing approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and delivering age-appropriate activities.
• Able to follow instructions given by the class teacher.
• Team player and able to work collaboratively with all school staff.
• Experience of supporting children with SEN.

Responsibilities

• Have experience of planning and delivering age-appropriate activities/ interventions.
• Be able to follow instructions given by the class teacher.
• Be approachable and kind to our children.
• Enjoy being part of a team, who do our very best for our children.
• Be a team player and able to work collaboratively with all school staff.

Job description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job Summary

Contract Type:
Permanent

Working Pattern:
Part time - term time plus specified days

Advert Start Date:
21/09/2026

Advert End Date:
05/10/2026 23:59

Salary:
Grade E, SCP 8 - 11 (£27,709 - £29,070 per annum, pro rata)

Hours per week:
35 Hours per Week

Job Category:
Schools - Teaching Assistant

Vacancy ID:
302301

Employment Location:
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Village Lane, Washington, NE38 7HU

Number of posts:
1

Closing date:
5 Oct

Further Information

Location:
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Village Lane, Washington, NE38 7HU

Grade:
Grade E, SCP 8 - 11 (£27,709 - £29,070 per annum, pro rata)

Hours:
35 Hours per Week, Permanent Contract, Term Time Only plus 1 Week (39 Weeks per Annum)

St Josephs Catholic Primary School is 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.

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Washington has an exciting opportunity for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our team. At St Joseph's we truly value the importance of the work carried out by our Teaching Assistants. We are keen to appoint a helpful and independent Teaching Assistant, who will enjoy working with our lovely children. The role is currently needed within all key stages with a willingness for flexibility on occasions.

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Working within a supportive and professional team
• Be nurtured by our Trust Education Team
• Term Time Only working
• A suite of continuous professional development opportunities
• A range of Trust employee benefits

You will:

• Have experience of planning and delivering age-appropriate activities/ interventions
• Be able to follow instructions given by the class teacher
• Be approachable and kind to our children
• Enjoy being part of a team, who do our very best for our children
• Be a team player and able to work collaboratively with all school staffHave experience of supporting children with SEN

Security and Vetting

• 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.

Supporting Documents

• STJ Level 3 Teaching Assistant Job Description.pdf (308.42 KB)
• STJ Level 3 Teaching Assistant Person Specification.pdf (300.17 KB)
• Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.docx (50.89 KB)
• Disqualification Policy.docx (43.51 KB)
• Guidance Notes to Applicants.docx (58.87 KB)