Level Teaching Assistant

Salary:Band 5 £ 28,598 – £31,537 pro rata (£23,341 – £25,740 actual)
Contract:Permanent
Hours:35 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days
Closing Date:Wednesday 19th November

Would you like a rewarding career working with primary aged children with complex Special Educational Needs?

Do you have experience of working with SEND children who have social, emotional and mental health needs and are looking for a new challenge?

The Cabin at William Leech is a brand new specialist support base designed to provide bespoke support to children with SEMH/SLCN needs and to help them thrive in a small and nurturing environment.

We are looking for a calm, talented and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join the team and work closely with children who have a range of needs including speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health challenges. You will show initiative on a daily basis, as you support children to thrive and reach their potential.

The Cabin at William Leech provides a unique learning environment that has been refurbished to meet the needs of the children. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their career in our specialist provision in the heart of Lynemouth, and support both the children who attend The Cabin and their families.

As well as a rewarding career in a fully inclusive learning environment, the Trust offers the following benefits:

• A supportive and collaborative staff team with a shared passion for education.
• A school community that prioritises wellbeing, values, and high expectations
• Excellent CPD opportunities and clearly defined career progression routes.
• A comprehensive ECT support programme tailored to individual needs.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 wellbeing support.
• On‑site childcare provision during term time through The Nest
• Free on‑site parking.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.

Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

NCEA Trust, Wansbeck Workspace, Rotary Parkway, Ashington, NE63 8QZ