Teaching Assistant Level 1

Hexham Priory School; Hexham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexham Priory School is seeking a committed and attentive Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. You will assist pupils in accessing learning and promoting independence within a positive classroom atmosphere.

Alongside a supportive team, the role offers excellent opportunities for training and professional development across special schools. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check to ensure the safety and welfare of children.

Qualifications

• Commitment to supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Ability to work under the direction of teaching staff and other professionals.
• Promoting independence and inclusion in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Help pupils access learning and contribute to an inclusive environment.
• Engage with safeguarding measures for children's welfare.

Job description

We are seeking a committed and attentive Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. Working under the direction of teaching staff and other professionals, you will help pupils access learning, promote independence, and contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

We offer a supportive team environment and excellent opportunities for training and professional development across our family of special schools.

Safeguarding

The Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Diversity

At Eden Academy Trust, we value and actively embrace diversity. We believe that a diverse school community strengthens learning, enriches experiences, and helps every child thrive.

Across our schools, we are committed to creating a culture where all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or background are respected, represented, and supported.

We understand the role of inclusive education in preparing young people for a complex and diverse society. We challenge discrimination, recognise and celebrate difference, and work continuously to promote equity and opportunity in everything we do.

Our commitment to inclusion runs through our curriculum, our staffing and leadership, our policies, and our day‑to‑day interactions. We strive to practise cultural humility, anti‑racism, and equitable approaches that meet the needs of all our pupils.