Teaching & Learning Support Practitioner (Newcastle)

Trinity Academy Newcastle Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Academy Newcastle is seeking committed individuals for the role of Teaching & Learning Support Practitioner across its Lower and Upper Sites. The positions are full-time, term-time only, focusing on fostering a supportive educational environment for learners with SEMH needs. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications or experience and a strong commitment to student development.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing pupil behavior is advantageous.
• Able to build successful working relationships with learners.
• Working towards or holding relevant NVQ qualifications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in SEMH environments.
• Maintain respectful and consistent interactions with learners.

Skills

Building relationships

Managing pupil behaviour

Calm and approachable demeanor

Education

NVQ level 2 or 3 for Teaching Assistants

Level 2 Basic Skills in Literacy and Numeracy

Job description

Teaching & Learning Support Practitioner (Newcastle)

Teaching & Learning Support Practitioner – Full time (37 hours Monday to Friday) Term time only plus 5 additional days, N5 SCP13 – 17 £28,163 - £30,060 pro rata £24,182 - £25,811 per annum

Positions to fill at Trinity Academy Newcastle Lower Site:

• 3 Fixed Term Roles

Positions to fill at Trinity Academy Newcastle Upper Site:

• 4 Fixed Term Roles

We are looking for friendly, approachable and calm individuals to join our team as teaching & learning support practitioners. Previous experience of working in an SEMH environment and managing pupil behaviour would be an advantage.

The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate that they can build and maintain successful working relationships with learners and treat them consistently and with respect and consideration.

Ideally you will have or be working towards NVQ level 2 or 3 for Teaching Assistants or have an equivalent qualification or experience.

A minimum of Level 2 Basic Skills in Literacy and Numeracy is required for this role.

Closing date midday 4th July 2025.

Please be advised that we reserve the right to close this campaign earlier than the stated closing date should we receive a large number of applicants.

If you do not hear from us within 6 weeks of posting your application, you should assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. Previous applicants need not apply.