Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Corpus Christi RC Primary School; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School in Middlesbrough is seeking a Teaching Assistant to provide in-class support and assist a wide range of pupils with their learning during term-time. The role requires energy, kindness, and the ability to help raise attainment while promoting independence.

The successful candidate will be energetic, caring, and highly organised, with a commitment to safeguarding and supporting an inclusive school culture. Visits to the school are welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting pupils with varying needs.
• Ability to motivate students to achieve their potential.
• Energetic, kind, caring, and organised.

Responsibilities

• Put children's safety and wellbeing first.
• Set high expectations for learning and behaviour.
• Support the teacher with learning opportunities.
• Be highly motivated to secure the best outcomes.
• Be involved in all aspects of school life.

Skills

Classroom support

Student motivation

Flexible

Organised

Job description

Required: As soon as possible

Salary: £25,583 pro rata (actual salary: £8,730)

Hours: 15 per week, Term Time Only

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Cargo Fleet Lane, Middlesbrough, TS3 8NL

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teaching Assistant to provide in-class support. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and successful team working with a wide variety of young people.

This role requires energy and the ability to motivate students to achieve their maximum potential while maintaining and developing their independence. Suitable candidates must be kind, caring, flexible and organised.

The successful candidate will:

1. Put children’s safety and wellbeing first;
2. Have high expectations of learning and behaviour;
3. Support the teacher in providing learning opportunities to ensure all children reach their potential;
4. Be highly motivated with a commitment to securing the best outcomes for all children;
5. Be actively involved in all aspects of school life.

We can offer:

1. A strong, supportive ethos;
2. Happy, enthusiastic and friendly pupils;
3. Highly experienced and talented colleagues;
4. Excellent professional development and progression opportunities across our 38 schools;
5. Supportive trust board, governors and parents.

Visits to the school are welcome. If you would like to arrange a visit or require further information, please contact Clare Mackay, Business Support Officer on 01642 211597.

Closing date: Wednesday 11th November 2026, 9am

Interview date: To Be Confirmed