Teaching Assistant; FTC

TEACHING ASSISTANT VACANCY

Salary:
Band 4 Scale Point 6 £ 25,989.00 (FTE) – Paid pro rata: £20,849

Start Date:

01/09/26

Contract:

Fixed term to 31/08/2027, 35 hours per week, term time only

St Oswald’s Catholic Primary School is part of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, which is one of four trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle.

We are seeking an inspiring and enthusiastic teaching assistant who will join our team of highly motivated teachers, support staff, and leaders, contributing to children’s academic and pastoral development to make a difference to each pupil.

• Work under the instruction/guidance of teachers/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes that enable access to learning for pupils and assist the teacher in managing pupils and the classroom.
• Support the teacher across the whole planning cycle, including the management and preparation of resources.
• Occasionally supervise whole classes during short-term absences of teachers, maintaining good order and keeping pupils on task.
• Work in the classroom or outside the main teaching area as required.

• Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.
• Staff must comply with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures.
• The position is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks.

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.