Level 3 Teaching Assistant

North East Ambition; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Gateshead is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to support teaching capacity across its schools. The successful candidate will possess a solid understanding of children's learning and development, alongside practical skills. Previous experience in a teaching role and the ability to deliver age-appropriate activities are essential. This permanent position offers 37 hours per week during term time, contributing to a supportive educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching assistant capacity throughout the schools.

Skills

Previous experience of working as a Teaching Assistant

Experience of working across the key stages

Experience of whole class supervision

Experience of planning and delivering age-appropriate activities

Good understanding of children’s learning and development

Sound practical, interpersonal, and organisational skills

Experience of supporting children with SEND

Experience of delivering interventions for pupils with additional needs

Flexible and approachable

Willingness to support extra-curricular activities

Job description

Location: St Joseph’s Catholic Infant and Junior Schools, Birtley, Chester-Le-Street, DH3

Grade: Grade E, SCP 8-11 (£26,823 - £28,141 per annum, pro rata)

Hours: 37 Hours per Week, Permanent, 39 Weeks per Year (Term Time Only + INSETS)

About the role

The Federation of St Joseph’s Infant and Junior schools requires a committed, conscientious and exceptional individual to support teaching assistant capacity throughout the schools.

Our background

In 2019, St Joseph’s Catholic Infant and Junior Schools were federated to form one community. The federated schools were the only school in Gateshead LA to have been selected as part of the DfE 2022 Rebuild Programme. Consequently, we hope to have a new school site within the next three years, which seeks to bring together the two school communities to form one family.

We pride ourselves on the warm, family atmosphere we provide for our children. The uniqueness of our small community means that every member of staff knows every child well, enabling us to develop very strong relationships with all of our families. The senior leadership team are unashamedly ambitious for the schools.

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, which includes 48 schools and this is an exciting time to join our supportive team.

Requirements

• Previous experience of working as a Teaching Assistant
• Experience of working across the key stages
• Experience of whole class supervision
• Experience of planning and delivering age‑appropriate activities
• A good understanding of children’s learning and development
• Sound practical, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Experience of supporting children with SEND
• Experience of delivering interventions for pupils with additional needs
• Be flexible and approachable
• Have a willingness to support the extra‑curricular life of the school

How to Apply

To complete an online application form please click the ‘Apply Now’ button.

Application information

Closing Date: Sunday 4th January 2026

Interview Date: Wednesday 7th January 2026

The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects 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.