Specialist Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Trinity Catholic College

North East Ambition; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Tees Valley seeks a dedicated teaching assistant to support SEND children on a 1:1 basis. The role requires high expectations for pupil learning and behavior, and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals. The successful candidate will contribute to a caring and inclusive learning environment, work closely with students with personal care needs, and be committed to a strong Catholic ethos. Offers competitive salary and excellent professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Good professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Enthusiastic pupils

Qualifications

• Commitment to promoting well-being and raising standards for children.
• Ability to form positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Experience in supporting children with personal care and physical needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to SEND pupils in classroom and individual settings.
• Work with teachers and professionals to support pupil progress.
• Contribute to a safe and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

Promoting a friendly Catholic ethos

Effective relational skills

Ability to support SEND children

Team collaboration

Commitment to innovation and inclusion

Job description

Required: As soon as possible

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st August 2026

Salary: £25,989 - £26,403 pro rata (actual salary: £18,206 - £18,496)

Hours: 30 hours per week, Term Time Only plus 1 week

Location: Trinity Catholic College, Lacy Rd, Middlesbrough, TS4 3JW

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking teaching assistant to join our friendly, inclusive school, to support SEND children on a 1:1 basis.

The successful candidates will have a clear commitment to promoting the well‑being of all the children in our care and to raising standards.

Trinity Catholic College is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 32 primary schools, and 6 secondary schools. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 plus staff, the Trust is now one of the largest Catholic Multi Academy Trust in the UK.

Responsibilities and Skills

• Will promote our friendly Catholic ethos, and will work as part of a committed team.
• Will be an excellent practitioner with high expectations for children in their learning and behaviour.
• Provide tailored support to pupils in both classroom and individual settings.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to support pupil progress.
• Contribute towards creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Support pupils with personal care and physical needs where required.
• Have the ability to form positive, professional and effective relationships with colleagues across school, other professionals and parents/carers.
• Will have a commitment to innovation, creativity and inclusion.

Benefits

• A strong Catholic ethos.
• Happy and enthusiastic pupils, who are eager to learn and to benefit from an enriched, extended curriculum.
• Hard working and dedicated colleagues.
• Good professional development opportunities.
• Supportive governors and parents who want the very best for our school.

Closing date: Tuesday 6th January 2026 by 9am

Interview date: To Be Confirmed

Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.