Support Assistant Level 2

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Simonside Primary School in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking to appoint Support Assistants Level 2 on a fixed-term basis until July 2027. You will join a friendly and dedicated team to support children’s learning and raise achievement through phonics delivery and individual support.

The role requires a caring, enthusiastic and proactive approach, working well within a school community. Applicants should have experience with phonics and be prepared to work 1:1 with children as needed, contributing

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching phonics.
• Able to support children on a 1:1 basis.
• Demonstrates initiative and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Help raise levels of achievement for all children.
• Support children’s learning as part of a dedicated team.
• Be an enthusiastic, caring and positive role model.

Skills

Phonics experience

1:1 support

Teamwork

Job description

Simonside Primary School

Bedeburn Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE5 4LG

Fixed Term until July 2027

Simonside Primary School is seeking to appoint Support Assistants Level 2 to join our team.

The governors and staff of our vibrant and welcoming primary school are seeking to appoint hardworking and enthusiastic Support Assistants who have a passion for supporting children’s learning.

Come and join our friendly, dedicated and hardworking team of professionals.

We are looking for someone who:

• is an outstanding and motivated Teaching Assistant who can help raise levels of achievement for all children
• has high aspirations for themselves and our children and can demonstrate commitment and initiative
• will be an enthusiastic, caring and positive role model
• works extremely well as part of a team and communicates effectively with all stakeholders
• has high expectations of behaviour and is committed to making a positive difference to the lives of our children
• has experience in the teaching of phonics
• can support children on a 1:1 basis where required

We can offer you:

• a welcoming and very supportive whole staff team
• resilient, happy children who are keen to learn and make you smile!
• a school rated Good by Ofsted
• CPD opportunities and time to develop your professional skills
• a journey with a school ready to embrace new positive challenges
• outstanding learning facilities in our new school

Please note that in all cases, written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers before the final selection stage, even if you indicate otherwise. This post is also subject to a six-month probationary period.

Simonside Primary School has Academy status and is one of eight schools within ONE (Owl North East) Trust, which is committed to providing the highest quality support for teaching and learning. The employer will be the Trust, and you will be based at Simonside Primary School.

At the request of ONE Trust, you may be required to conduct your duties elsewhere to facilitate learning or social activities off the school premises. The Trust reserves the right to change your area of work, temporarily or otherwise, as may be required, subject to reasonable notice and prior consultation with you.

Safeguarding Statement

Simonside Primary School is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicants will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and undertake a range of other recruitment checks. In addition, for shortlisted candidates, the school will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence process.

Please see our Safer Recruitment Policy and Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which are included with the application pack on our school website.

Closing date: Monday 12 October 2026

Observations and interviews: Thursday 15 October 2026