Level 3 Teaching Assistant – Primary Education Support

Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust; Newsham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

St Wilfrid’s Catholic Primary School, Blyth, invites applications for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant on a fixed-term contract to 31 August 2026. You will assist with planning, delivery of lessons, preparing resources and supporting pupils pastorally across Early Years to KS2.

A minimum of 3 GCSEs including English and Maths plus a relevant qualification are required. Strong communication, empathy and teamwork are essential for success in our caring school community.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths
• A relevant qualification
• Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff
• Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students

Responsibilities

• Assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities and ensuring pupils are supported pastorally
• Contributing to evaluating student progress and providing feedback to the class teacher to ensure learning needs are met
• Open to working within Early Years, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2

Skills

Class supervision

Lesson support

Pastoral support

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

St Wilfrid’s Catholic Primary School, Blyth, invites applications for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant on a fixed-term contract to 31 August 2026. You will assist with planning, delivery of lessons, preparing resources and supporting pupils pastorally across Early Years to KS2.

A minimum of 3 GCSEs including English and Maths plus a relevant qualification are required. Strong communication, empathy and teamwork are essential for success in our caring school community.