Level 2 1:1 Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 01 June 2026 |
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| Salary: | £25,583 to £26,403 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 14 June 2026 |
| Location: | St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Croftdale Road, Blaydon-on-Tyne, NE21 4BG |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
Location: St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Croftdale Road, Blaydon-on-Tyne, NE21 4BG
Salary: Grade D, SCP 5 - 7 (£25,583 to £26,403 per annum, pro rata)
Hours: 16.25 Hours per Week, Temporary Contract attached to funding, Term Time Only
All are welcome in St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, where everyone is special, cared for and challenged to be the best they can be. We are a ‘good’ rated school with 232 children on roll, including nursery.
At St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, we aim to provide a learning environment in which each child feels valued and can fulfil their potential. We provide a safe and inclusive school, where every child is celebrated for who they are, reflecting the Gospel values of love, trust and respect which are central to the school’s mission statement.
We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. Our schools are located in Northumberland, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our school. The successful postholder will primarily provide 1:1 support for a pupil with identified additional needs, ensuring they can access learning, achieve their individual targets and participate fully in school life
As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant you will also work under the direction of teaching and senior staff to support pupils’ access to learning and to provide effective classroom and pastoral support, both individually and in small groups. The role may also involve supporting pupils with routine medical needs, in line with individual healthcare plans and school policies, including assistance with prescribed medication and agreed medical procedures.
We are seeking a conscientious, reliable and committed individual who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential and who will actively promote and uphold the ethos and values of our school. You will contribute positively to the learning environment by encouraging inclusion, independence and positive behaviour.
The successful candidate will have relevant experience of working with children or young people in an educational setting, a good understanding of pupils’ learning and development needs, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and supporting the wellbeing of all pupils.
For an application form and further details about this vacancy please visit our website, http://bwcet.com/vacancies/, where applications can be completed online.
Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 14th June 2026
Shortlisting Date: 15th June 2026
Interview Date: 25th June 2026
The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Salary: Grade D, SCP 5 - 7 (£25,583 to £26,403 per annum, pro rata)
Hours: 16.25 Hours per Week, Temporary Contract attached to funding, Term Time Only
All are welcome in St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, where everyone is special, cared for and challenged to be the best they can be. We are a ‘good’ rated school with 232 children on roll, including nursery.
At St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, we aim to provide a learning environment in which each child feels valued and can fulfil their potential. We provide a safe and inclusive school, where every child is celebrated for who they are, reflecting the Gospel values of love, trust and respect which are central to the school’s mission statement.
We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. Our schools are located in Northumberland, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our school. The successful postholder will primarily provide 1:1 support for a pupil with identified additional needs, ensuring they can access learning, achieve their individual targets and participate fully in school life
As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant you will also work under the direction of teaching and senior staff to support pupils’ access to learning and to provide effective classroom and pastoral support, both individually and in small groups. The role may also involve supporting pupils with routine medical needs, in line with individual healthcare plans and school policies, including assistance with prescribed medication and agreed medical procedures.
We are seeking a conscientious, reliable and committed individual who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential and who will actively promote and uphold the ethos and values of our school. You will contribute positively to the learning environment by encouraging inclusion, independence and positive behaviour.
The successful candidate will have relevant experience of working with children or young people in an educational setting, a good understanding of pupils’ learning and development needs, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and supporting the wellbeing of all pupils.
For an application form and further details about this vacancy please visit our website, http://bwcet.com/vacancies/, where applications can be completed online.
Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 14th June 2026
Shortlisting Date: 15th June 2026
Interview Date: 25th June 2026
The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.