Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

St Mary's Catholic Primary School; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 7,566 - 25,583; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming Catholic ethos

Professional development opportunities

Supportive staff team

NPCAT network

Job summary

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Grangetown, Middlesbrough is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to work 13 hours per week during term time. The role is permanent and on-site, supporting children with diverse needs and delivering engaging activities alongside a supportive staff team.

We offer a welcoming Catholic ethos, opportunities for professional development, and a collaborative NPCAT environment. Closing date 1 September 2026 at 9am; interview date to be confirmed.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children.
• Excellent literacy, numeracy and spoken English.
• Ability to support pupils’ learning needs.
• Demonstrate strong behaviour management and communication.
• Flexible and able to deliver engaging activities.

Responsibilities

• Have experience of working with children
• Have excellent standards of literacy, numeracy and spoken English
• Support pupils’ learning needs
• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management and communication skills to support pupils with different needs and abilities
• Work flexibly and be committed to ensuring a wide range of fun, creative and engaging activities

Skills

Experience with children

Literacy

Numeracy

English (spoken)

Job description

Required: As soon as possible

Salary: £25,583 pro rata (actual salary: £7,566)

Hours: 13 per week, Term Time Only

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Tennyson Avenue, Grangetown, Middlesbrough, TS6 7AD

We are seeking to appoint an organised, creative and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Level 2.

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust (NPCAT), a family of 38 schools and 2 sixth forms from across the Diocese of Middlesbrough. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 staff, the Trust is one of the North‑East’s largest Catholic Trusts.

Responsibilities

1. Have experience of working with children
2. Have excellent standards of literacy, numeracy and spoken English
3. Support pupils’ learning needs
4. Demonstrate excellent behaviour management and communication skills to support pupils with different needs and abilities
5. Work flexibly and be committed to ensuring a wide range of fun, creative and engaging activities

Benefits

1. A welcoming community with a strong Catholic ethos
2. Well behaved and motivated children who enjoy learning and coming to school
3. A welcoming and supportive staff team
4. Supportive and dedicated parents and governors
5. Opportunities for your own Continuous Professional Development

If you would like any further information please do not hesitate to contact Trust Business Manager, Claire Cunningham at [e-mail].

Closing date: Tuesday 1st September 2026, 9am

Interview date: To Be Confirmed