Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 31 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 February 2026 |
| Location: | South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 8AB |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 23c69734-143c-49da-8209-3ea6e881cd0f |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a kind, flexible and energetic Teaching Assistant to work in our school. Applicants will have a proven track record of successfully supporting teaching and learning in a primary setting. In addition, the successful candidate will:
• Have drive, passion, determination and boundless energy;
• Have high expectations of themselves, all children and the school community as a whole;
• Understand how to engage children in learning to secure good progress;
• Never give up on children;
• Work effectively with parents and families;
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• An amazing staff team to work with;
• A supportive and dynamic leadership team;
• Commitment to your continued professional development;
• Wonderful, friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved children.;
• Supportive and committed governors and trust colleagues.
Commitment to safeguarding
Tyne Coast Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS with barred list check. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.
We are seeking to appoint a kind, flexible and energetic Teaching Assistant to work in our school. Applicants will have a proven track record of successfully supporting teaching and learning in a primary setting. In addition, the successful candidate will:
• Have drive, passion, determination and boundless energy;
• Have high expectations of themselves, all children and the school community as a whole;
• Understand how to engage children in learning to secure good progress;
• Never give up on children;
• Work effectively with parents and families;
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• An amazing staff team to work with;
• A supportive and dynamic leadership team;
• Commitment to your continued professional development;
• Wonderful, friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved children.;
• Supportive and committed governors and trust colleagues.
Commitment to safeguarding
Tyne Coast Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS with barred list check. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.