Support Assistant Level 2

North East Ambition; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant. The role involves supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), providing one-to-one assistance, and facilitating classroom support. Candidates should demonstrate experience with children and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for all learners. This position offers a supportive working environment with opportunities for training. Apply by email before the closing date, 7th January 2026.

Benefits

Supportive colleagues

Training for first aid and safeguarding

High job satisfaction

Qualifications

• Experiences of working with children, particularly in supporting SEN.
• Resilience and positive attitude are essential.
• Ability to work effectively both in a team and individually.

Responsibilities

• Work one-to-one with children with SEN.
• Provide class-based support and interventions.
• Commit to getting the best outcomes for children.

Skills

Working with children

Supporting SEN

Teamwork

Job description

Havannah First School

Primrose Lane, Newcastle Great Park, NE13 9FR

*This post attracts a Living Wage supplement. In addition to the hourly rate, this post will receive the Living Wage supplement to bring the hourly rate up to a minimum of £13.45 an hour.*

Key Facts

• This is a Trust Foundation School; the employer will be the Governing Body of the School
• Hours: 8.30am – 3.30pm Monday to Friday
• Required as soon as possible
• We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our staff team.
• This post will initially be in Key Stage 2 (Year 4)

Role

The role will be predominantly working one-to-one with children with SEN and will also include some class-based support and some intervention for children with SEN. Everyone in our staff team is flexible, approachable and committed to working towards getting the very best for our children. We are looking for someone who is resilient, positive and able to work effectively as part of a team and individually. Please state in your application your experiences of working with children, supporting SEN and other relevant experiences.

Benefits

We can offer a very happy place to work with supportive colleagues, fantastic children and high job satisfaction. We will provide up-to-date training for first aid, safeguarding and other areas, as appropriate. We are located on a new site and in a brand new, state of the art building.

Future Expansion

We are currently in the process of expanding the size of the school, eventually to three-form entry in all year groups, to meet the needs of the growing population on the Great Park.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.

References

As this post involves working with children and dealing with sensitive information, written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers before the final selection stage, even if you indicate otherwise.

How to Apply

Please apply by email ([e-mail]) using the information and forms on the website https://www.havannah.newcastle.sch.uk/web/vacancies/608120. You can find out more about us on our website and our Instagram account @Havannah1st.

Closing Date

Closing Date: Wednesday 7th January 2026