Teaching Assistant Level 2/3 - Caedmon Primary School

Gateshead Council; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Caedmon Primary School, on behalf of Gateshead Council, is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2/3 to provide in‑class support for pupils. The post is part-time (18.5 hours) and temporary to cover maternity leave, with Grade D/E pay scales depending on length of service.

You will contribute to a child‑centred ethos, support and help raise standards in the classroom, work closely with a range of skilled professionals, and be a committed team member contributing to the wider work of the school.

Qualifications

• Contribute to our child centred ethos.
• Have evidence of supporting and achieving high standards of education in the classroom.
• Have high expectations of all pupils.
• Have a desire to work closely with a range of skilled professionals.
• Be a committed team member.
• Be prepared to make a significant contribution to the wider work of the school.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support to children.
• Work closely with a range of skilled professionals.
• Contribute to the wider work of the school.

Job description

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Job details

Job title P120241 - Teaching Assistant Level 2/3 - Caedmon Primary School Job reference REQ0008271 Date posted 25/09/2026 Application closing date 09/10/2026 Location Blank Salary Please refer to advert text Package Hours of Posts - 18.5hrs TAL2/18.5hrs TAL3 Temporary to cover a maternity leave Contractual hours Blank Basis Blank Job category/type Schools - Support Attachments P120241 - Job Profile - TA Level 3.pdf P120241 - Job Profile - TA Level 2.pdf

Teaching Assistant Level 2/Teaching Assistant Level 3

Grade D, £11,685 - £12,087 per annum tto (depending on length of service)

Grade E, £12,060 - £12,883 per annum tto (depending on length of service)

Hours of Posts - 18.5hrs TAL2/18.5hrs TAL3

Temporary to cover a maternity leave

Required for 2 November 2026, subject to all clearances being in place.

The Head Teacher and Governors wish to appoint a suitably qualified and motivated member of staff to join our friendly and successful school. This post will be to provide in class support to children.

You will:

• Contribute to our child centred ethos
• Have evidence of supporting and achieving high standards of education in the classroom
• Have high expectations of all pupils
• Have a desire to work closely with a range of skilled professionals
• Be a committed team member
• Be prepared to make a significant contribution to the wider work of the school

We can offer:

• A learning community with highly motivated children
• A positive and caring ethos
• A wonderful learning environment
• A team of professionals who aspire to provide outstanding provision

Closing Date: 9 October 2026

Shortlisting: 12 October 2026

Interview Date: 19 October 2026