Teaching Assistant 32.5 hours Term Time only
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Part time - term time
Advert Start Date:
11/11/2026
Advert End Date:
25/11/2026 12:00
Salary:
£19,209.65 - £26,016.00
Job Category:
Schools - Teaching Assistant
Employment Location:
Blyth, Northumberland
Further Information
Governors at Newsham Primary School are seeking to appoint 2 enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work closely with the class teacher to support the delivery of high-quality, individualised education for pupils. The role will involve 1:1 work with pupils across our primary school.
We are very proud of our school and work together with our staff, pupils and families on our 'Journey to Excellence'.
You will be made to feel welcome as you learn and grow at Newsham Primary School. The atmosphere you will experience will be calm, safe and happy. You will be surrounded by kindness from children, staff, parents and carers, and all others who make up our wonderful community. You will receive help when you need it but will be challenged by our ambitious expectations. Everyone you meet will display the values of being Respectful, Responsible and Ready; because that is ‘The Newsham Way’.
Our mainstream provision is a two-form entry primary school of around 450 pupils where pupils with SEN are able to access adapted and bespoke support to enable them to reach their potential.
At Newsham Primary, we believe every child has the right to a high-quality education and the opportunity to thrive.
What We Offer:
• A supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team
• A strong ethos of inclusion and high expectations for all learners
• Ongoing professional development and training in evidence-based strategies and a willingness to support ongoing continuous professional development
• A creative learning environment that reflects our school’s identity
The Ideal Candidate Will:
• Have experience working with children with SEND, particularly autism and communication needs
• Be patient, adaptable, and committed to supporting individual learning journeys
• Use structured visual support and engagement model strategies effectively
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families to support holistic development
If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking and caring team, we would love to hear from you. We would welcome, and encourage you, to take the opportunity to look around our lovely school. We will be having an open evening on 16th November at 4pm. To book a visit, please contact the school office on 01670 353124
To obtain further information, please visit the school website https://www.newshamprimary.co.uk or call the school business leader, Cathryn Watson on 01670 353124
Completed application forms should be returned to schooladmin@newshamprimary.co.uk by 12 noon on 25th November 2026