Teaching Assistant (Level 4) - HLTA

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School in Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough, is seeking a warm, motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team for four days per week.

The post is permanent, 25 hours per week, term time only, with a pro rata salary of £16,265–£17,076 depending on experience. The successful candidate will uphold our Catholic ethos, support high-quality learning, and work closely with parents, pupils, and staff to make a positive difference.

Qualifications

• Excellent standards of literacy and numeracy.
• Clear spoken and written English.
• Ability to communicate sensitively with parents/carers.
• Commitment to Catholic ethos and school values.
• Desire to be involved in all aspects of school life.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the school's Catholic ethos.
• Support delivery of high-quality learning experiences.
• Maintain high expectations of learning and behaviour.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers.
• Support pupils’ learning needs.
• Be involved in all aspects of school life.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support school development.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

English

Communication

Job description

Required: As soon as possible

Salary: £28,598 - £30,024 pro rata (actual salary: £16,265 - £17,076)

Hours: 25 hours per week, Term Time Only

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School, Gunnergate Lane, Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough, TS8 0TE

St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School is a happy, welcoming and caring school where children are known as individuals and nurtured to flourish. Our recent Ofsted inspection celebrated our strong sense of community, ambitious learning and the pride pupils take in their achievements, with parents describing St Augustine’s as “a wonderful school where the children are nurtured and feel part of a family.”

We are proud to be part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust (NPCAT), a family of 38 schools that offers excellent opportunities for collaboration, support and professional growth.

The Trust and Governors are looking to appoint a warm, enthusiastic and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team for four days per week. We are seeking someone who truly cares about children, enjoys working as part of a supportive staff family, and is passionate about making a positive difference every day.

The successful candidate will:

1. Embrace and uphold the vision and ethos of our Catholic school;
2. Be able to support in the delivery of high-quality learning experiences;
3. Have high expectations of learning and behaviour;
4. Be able to communicate sensitively with parents/carers;
5. Have excellent standards of literacy, numeracy and spoken English;
6. Support pupils’ learning needs;
7. Have a desire to be involved in all aspects of school life.

We offer you:

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

Visits to the school are very welcome. Please contact Amanda Whittaker, Trust Business Manager on 01642 599001 or email the school at [e-mail] to arrange a visit.

Closing date: Friday 2nd October 2026, 9am

Interview date: Tuesday 13th October 2026