Level 2 Teaching Assistant
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Part time - term time plus specified days
Advert Start Date:
23/10/2026
Advert End Date:
08/11/2026 23:59
Salary:
Grade D, SCP 5 – 7 (£26,427 - £27,274 per annum, pro-rata)
Hours per week:
Temporary contract, 31.25 hours per week. Term time only plus 3 additional days.
Job Category:
Schools - Teaching Assistant
Employment Location:
St Joseph’s Catholic Middle School, Highford Lane, Hexham, NE46 2DD
Further Information
Location: St Joseph’s Catholic Middle School, Highford Lane, Hexham, NE46 2DD
Grade: Grade D, SCP 5 – 7 (£26,427 - £27,274 per annum, pro-rata)
Hours: Temporary contract, 31.25 hours per week. Term time only plus 3 additional days.
At St Joseph’s Catholic Middle School, we are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland and Sunderland. Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England and will have a total of 48 schools. This is an exciting time to join our supportive, and growing team.
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking an inspirational and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming and supportive school community.
This is an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic, proactive individuals who are passionate about helping children achieve their full potential. Working closely with class teachers, you will support pupils across the school, lead small group interventions, and help create an engaging and stimulating learning environment where all children can thrive.
You will play an important role in supporting teaching and learning by assisting with classroom organisation, preparing resources, contributing to lesson delivery, and fostering rich, varied and imaginative learning experiences for our pupils.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has high expectations of pupils' learning, achievement and behaviour
- Demonstrates excellent classroom practice
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Works effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
- Brings energy, enthusiasm and a positive sense of humour to the role
- Is committed to promoting inclusion and ensuring all pupils feel valued and supported
- Values strong partnerships with parents, carers and the wider school community
- Shares our commitment to helping every child flourish academically, socially and emotionally
Why join us?
- Calm, respectful classrooms with excellent pupil behaviour
- A nurturing, faith-centred community that supports children through the important KS2 to KS3 phase of education
- High-quality professional development opportunities drawing on both primary and secondary expertise
- A collaborative and supportive culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional growth
- The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people every day
If you are passionate about education and would like to make a positive impact at this important stage of a child's learning journey, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
To complete an online application form please click the 'Apply Now' button.
Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 8th November 2026
Shortlisting Date: TBC
Interview Date: TBC
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.