Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Part time - term time
Advert Start Date:
22/10/2026
Advert End Date:
05/11/2026 23:59
Salary:
Grade E, SCP 8-11 (£27,709 - £29,070 per annum, pro rata)
Hours per week:
30 hours per week – Temporary Contract - Term Time only +INSET Days
Job Category:
Schools - Teaching Assistant
Employment Location:
Our Lady & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brooms, St Ives Road, Leadgate, Consett, DH8 7SN
Further Information
Location: Our Lady & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brooms, St Ives Road, Leadgate, Consett, DH8 7SN
Salary: Grade E, SCP 8-11 (£27,709 - £29,070 per annum, pro rata)
Hours: 30 hours per week – Temporary Contract - Term Time only +INSET Days
Required: 1st January 2027
Our Lady and St. Joseph Brooms Catholic Primary School
We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. Our schools are located in Northumberland, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join Our Lady and St. Joseph’s. You will work under the direction of teaching and senior staff to support pupils’ access to learning and to provide effective classroom and pastoral support, both individually and in small groups. The role may also involve supporting pupils with routine medical needs, in line with individual healthcare plans and school policies, including assistance with prescribed medication and agreed medical procedures.
We are seeking a conscientious, reliable and committed individual who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential and who will actively promote and uphold the ethos and values of our school. You will contribute positively to the learning environment by encouraging inclusion, independence and positive behaviour.
The successful candidate will have relevant experience of working with children or young people in an educational setting, a good understanding of pupils’ learning and development needs, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and supporting the wellbeing of all pupils.
How to Apply:
To complete an online application form please click the 'Apply Now' button
Closing Date: Midnight, Thursday 5th 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.