Specialist Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Trinity Catholic College; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Catholic College is seeking a teaching assistant to support SEND pupils on a 1:1 basis. The role focuses on promoting pupil well-being and raising standards within our Catholic ethos.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and therapists to tailor support, contribute to a safe and inclusive learning environment, and assist with personal care where needed.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEND pupils in classroom or 1:1 settings.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team with teachers and therapists.
• Commitment to promoting a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Willingness to provide personal care and support where required.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to SEND pupils.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other staff to track pupil progress.
• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Support pupils with personal care and physical needs where required.
• Build positive, professional relationships with colleagues, parents and carers.

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 Trust 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: Monday 2nd November 2026 by 9am

Interview date: To Be Confirmed