Support Assistant Level 3

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
Claremont Terrace
Blyth
Northumberland
NE24 2LE
Fixed Term contract to 31.08.2026

St Wilfrid’s Catholic Primary School, Blyth is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic practitioner to join our team as a Teaching Assistant on an initial fixed-term contract to the end of this academic year. This role involves supporting the development of pupils and contributing to high-quality educational provision for learners.

We are a welcoming and nurturing Catholic primary school committed to delivering an excellent standard of education. Our school community fosters respect, inclusion, and the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development of every child.

Job overview

You will be responsible for assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities as well as ensuring pupils are supported pastorally.

You will contribute to evaluating student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher to ensure all students’ learning needs are being met. The opportunity is open to work within either Early Years, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Support Assistant to join our supportive team. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support teaching and learning, helping pupils to achieve their full potential in a positive and inclusive environment.

Job requirements

• 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

Why join us?

You’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.

Be part of our welcoming and supportive school community where you will find a positive working environment rooted in strong values.

Working here, you will be given the chance to make a real difference to children’s lives.

Shortlisting will be in week commencing 2 November, with interviews expected week commencing 9 November.

If you would like to visit our school please contact our school office and we can arrange this for you.