Job details
Job title: P547445 HLTA - Ryton Infant & Junior School Federation
Job reference: REQ0008042
Date posted: 09/06/2026
Application closing date: 15/06/2026
Location: Blank
Salary: £27,910 - £30,521 per annum (depending on length of service)
Hours: 37 hours term time only, full time, permanent
Grade: G
Due to a vast increase in pupil numbers, Ryton Infant & Junior School Federation is looking for a Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work full time. The post will be a permanent position.
The Governors of Ryton Federation are seeking to appoint an outstanding and highly motivated teaching assistant to join our hard-working team.
Desired skills and qualifications
- have experience of working in the school environment and a willingness to work across school as needed
- have the ability to collect robust evidence about children's learning
- can create positive relationships with children, staff and parents
- can provide support for children, teachers and the school
- have high expectations of all pupils with a commitment to raising standards
- have experience of working with and supervising children across school
- have a willingness to undertake further training (e.g. First Aid)
- have the commitment to contribute to the extended life of the school
In return, we offer a friendly, caring school with enthusiastic children.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young children. If successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced Disclosure. This post may require a declaration under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009, including Disqualification by Association.
Interviews for successful candidates will take place on Thursday 25 th of June 2026Salary amounts quoted are from the 1 September to 31 August and therefore if you commence employment part way through the academic year, they are subject to an equated salary adjustment.
Application forms can be made online on the Gateshead Council Website.
