Teaching Assistant Level 2: Primary SEMH Support (SSA)

Gateshead Council; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateshead Council is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join Eslington Primary School in Gateshead, providing in-class support and one-to-one assistance for pupils, including those with SEMH needs. The roles include two posts: one permanent and one fixed-term to 31 August 2027, both full-time and term-time only.

You should have strong classroom practice, excellent communication, and be child-centred, adaptable and reflective, with the ability to build positive relationships with staff and

Qualifications

• Excellent classroom practice and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop positive relationships with staff and pupils.
• To be child-centred, adaptable and enthusiastic whilst maintaining high expectations for our pupils.
• A reflective practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support across the primary phase.
• Deliver one-to-one support where required.
• Work across Eslington's Rose Street and Hazel Road sites as needed.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Child-centred

Reflective practitioner

Job description

Gateshead Council is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join Eslington Primary School in Gateshead, providing in-class support and one-to-one assistance for pupils, including those with SEMH needs. The roles include two posts: one permanent and one fixed-term to 31 August 2027, both full-time and term-time only.

You should have strong classroom practice, excellent communication, and be child-centred, adaptable and reflective, with the ability to build positive relationships with staff and