Specialist Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Trinity Catholic College; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Catholic College in England invites applications for a teaching assistant to support SEND pupils on a 1:1 basis. The role requires a commitment to the college's Catholic ethos and to raising standards in well-being and learning.

You will work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to tailor support, promote a safe and inclusive environment, and assist with personal care where needed. We offer a friendly team and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEND pupils on a 1:1 basis.
• Commitment to promoting well-being and high standards.
• Ability to work with teachers, therapists and other professionals.
• Willingness to contribute to an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils in classroom and one-to-one settings.
• Support pupils with personal care and physical needs where required.
• Collaborate with staff and external professionals.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

1:1 pupil support

Team collaboration

Inclusion

Catholic ethos alignment

Job description

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st August 2027

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking teaching assistant to join our friendly, inclusive school, to support SEND children on a 1:1 basis.

The successful candidate will have a clear commitment to promoting the well‑being of all the children in our care and to raising standards.

Trinity Catholic College is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 32 primary schools and 6 secondary schools. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 plus staff, the Trust is now one of the largest Catholic Multi Academy Trusts in the UK.

We are looking for a teaching assistant who:

1. Will promote our friendly Catholic ethos, and will work as part of a committed team.
2. Will be an excellent practitioner with high expectations for children in their learning and behaviour.
3. Provide tailored support to pupils in both classroom and individual settings.
4. Work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to support pupil progress.
5. Contribute towards creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
6. Support pupils with personal care and physical needs where required.
7. Have the ability to form positive, professional and effective relationships with colleagues across school, other professionals and parents/carers.
8. Will have a commitment to innovation, creativity and inclusion.

We can offer:

1. A strong Catholic ethos.
2. Happy and enthusiastic pupils, who are eager to learn and to benefit from an enriched, extended curriculum.
3. Hard working and dedicated colleagues.
4. Good professional development opportunities.
5. Supportive governors and parents who want the very best for our school.

Closing date: Tuesday 1st September 2026 by 9am

Interview date: To Be Confirmed