Level 3 Teaching Assistant in Gateshead

Location: St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School, Colegate, Leam Lane, Felling, Gateshead, NE10 8PP

Grade: Grade E, SCP 8 – 11 (£27,709 - £29,070 per annum, pro rata)

Hours: 35 Hours and 50 Minutes per Week, Temporary Contract to cover Maternity Leave, Term Time Only plus 1 Week (39 Weeks per Year)

St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. Our schools are located in Northumberland, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England.

St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School is a larger than average primary school in the heart of Leam Lane Estate, Gateshead.

The Governors wish to appoint a committed, motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant on a temporary basis to join our highly effective team. The role will be to work with children across the whole school. The successful candidate will be required to provide support for all pupils including children with SEN. They will work in class, with small groups and individuals.

We are looking to appoint:

• An enthusiastic, proactive person with a positive attitude to work with class teachers in supporting our children to achieve their full potential.
• You will be working across the school and also carrying out small group work. You will support teachers with resources, planning and creating a highly stimulating learning environment which provides rich, varied and imaginative experiences.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate:

• High expectations of children’s learning and behaviour
• Excellent classroom practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Energy, enthusiasm and a good sense of humour
• Promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
• A commitment to work in close partnership with parents and carers

Previous experience of working with children would be an advantage.

Closing Date: 10th October 2026

Shortlisting Date: 12th October 2026

Interview Date: 19th October 2026

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