Teaching Assistant – Level 1, 37hpw (Term Time Only) (Keelman’s Way School)

South Tyneside Council; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

South Tyneside Council seeks a Teaching Assistant Level 1 for Keelman’s Way School. 37 hours per week during school term time. Salary £26,847 per annum pro rata. Fixed term and permanent posts available.

You must hold a Level 2 qualification and have experience with pupils with Autism or Severe Learning Difficulties. Willing to work across sites and key stages; DBS and pre-employment checks apply. Closing date: Noon, 6 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 qualification.
• Experience of working with children and young people with Autism or Severe Learning Difficulties is essential.

Skills

Experience with autism/SLD

Education

Level 2 qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Level 1, 37hpw (Term Time Only)

(Keelman’s Way School)

£26,847 pa pro rata

Permanent and Fixed Term posts for 1 Year available

Required for As Soon As Possible

We wish to appoint dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Level 1; applicants must already have a Level 2 qualification. Experience of working with children and young people with Autism or Severe Learning Difficulties is essential. Applicants must be prepared to work at both sites and across any key stage, as and when required.

Keelman’s Way School is South Tyneside’s provision for pupils with severe and profound learning difficulties. We provide an appropriate curriculum for pupils aged between two and nineteen. The school opened in September 2012. The curriculum is tailored to pupils’ educational needs and provides enhanced services for children families and other professionals.

Pupils’ sensory and physical needs are met through the specialised input. The school has up to date facilities to provide physiotherapy, rebound therapy and hydrotherapy. Therapists and Health Professionals will work with school staff to integrate programmes in the work of the school.

South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.

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Closing date: Noon, 6 November 2026 Interview dates are to be confirmed