Teaching Assistant with 1:1 support – Temporary - Croftway Academy in Blyth

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic team of professionals. This post is a temporary position to provide 1:1 support for pupils.

You will perform a key role in supporting the child's learning in numerous aspects. Some aspects include working directly with the pupil, preparing resources, delivering a 1:1 curriculum and work on areas of Passport to Learning.

Croftway Academy is a friendly, happy, vibrant school located in Blyth. Our youngest children are just three years old and can learn with us all the way up to Year Six (aged 11). We have an amazing teaching team and are very proud of how together, with our pupils, parents, governors and staff, we are a community of learners that grow together with the children at the very centre of everything we do. Our curriculum, outdoor provision and teaching is personalised to meet the needs and interests of our pupils and through our wealth of teaching expertise we celebrate all aspects of the National Curriculum with children and in the learning environment. We pride ourselves in offering extensive support to children and their families who are seeking sanctuary. If you are passionate about contributing to a school that values collaboration, motivation, and a commitment to welcoming everyone, we encourage you to apply.

Our mission is to provide a high-quality educational community, which offers life-changing opportunities in a safe, creative and exciting environment. All are valued and inspired to flourish and grow as individuals. WISE Academies set high expectations for staff and students in order to meet our mission and raise standards.

The successful candidate will:

• Minimum requirements are grade 4 (C) in Maths and English at GCSE.
• Level 2 Early Years practitioner (or a willingness to work towards).
• Confidently support quality first teaching of children alongside the class teacher.
• Have good numeracy, literacy and communication skills.
• Have some knowledge of different intervention programmes, for example, precision teaching and be willing to engage in further training.
• Be willing to help with self-care skills if needed.
• Have a commitment to safeguarding and well-being of children.
• Be able to use ICT to support learning.

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and passionate team, in the Academy and as part of WISE Trust.
• Exceptionally enthusiastic children who are eager to learn.
• Competitive Salary.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• 25 days annual leave rising to 28 after 5 years.
• Excellent wellbeing package including GP appointments, physiotherapy, counselling and support networks.
• Excellent training and peer support.
• A creative environment that supports and enhances our vision and inclusive ethos.
• An attractive and well-resourced school in the heart of its community.
• A commitment to managing staff workload and well-being at all times.
• Ongoing commitment to your professional development.

WISE Academies safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Local Safeguarding Board Procedures.

The Trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The school 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 Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure Barring Services.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from as diverse a group as possible.

WISE Academies will also consider carrying out an online search for all candidates to help identify any potential issues that are publicly available online.

Applicants must have authorisation to work in the UK.

Closing date: 12 noon Monday 28th September 2026

Interviews: TBC