Location:       St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Dipton, Stanley, DH9 9BB

Grade:          Grade E SCP 8 - 11 (£22,777-£24,054 per annum) pro rata

Hours:           23 hours per week, Fixed Term Contract until 31/08/2024, Term Time Only

We have an exciting opportunity for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, Dipton.

We are looking to appoint:

An enthusiastic, proactive person with a positive attitude to work with the class teacher in our EYFS, Y1 and Y6 classes in supporting our children to achieve their full potential.

The successful applicant will;

Be expected to work effectively in any part of the school to help teaching staff provide excellent learning opportunities for our children.
Experience of planning and delivering age-appropriate activities
A good understanding of children’s learning
Sound practical, interpersonal and organisational skills
Understanding of supporting children with SEN
Be flexible and approachable
An excellent role model
Be a team player and able to work collaboratively with all school staff

St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School 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.

How to Apply: To complete an online application form please click the ‘Apply’ button.

Closing date: Wednesday 11th October, 2023

Interview date: w/c Monday 16th October, 2023

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.