Required: As soon as possible
Salary: £25,583 pro rata (actual salary: £17,460)
Hours: 30 per week, Term Time Only
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Marton Road, Middlesbrough, TS4 2NT
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School wishes to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a hardworking, motivated and enthusiastic team. The ideal candidate will be positive and proactive with the ability to inspire children to learn particularly the most vulnerable and those with additional needs. The ideal candidate must be an excellent communicator and have the ability to build supportive relationships within a team of established Teaching Assistants.
St Joseph’s is a caring and supportive school, where we celebrate the achievement of all our pupils and strive towards continuous improvement. The successful candidate will be supportive of our Catholic ethos and who will contribute in a positive and proactive way towards the distinctive nature of our school.
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic AcademyTrust (NPCAT), a family of 38 schools and 2 sixth forms from across the Diocese of Middlesbrough. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 staff, the Trust is one of the North-East’s largest Catholic Trusts.
The successful candidate will:
- Be confident working with children across all Primary phases
- Show a strong commitment to the distinctive Catholic ethos and values of our school
- Have high expectations of children’s attainment, progress and behaviour
- Has previous successful TA experience
- Demonstrate excellent Numeracy and Literacy skills
- Be able to enhance existing provision to support learning and participation
- Develop and maintain effective and supportive relationships with children, their parents and those engaged with them
- Demonstrate excellent behaviour management and communication skills
- Be committed to promoting self-esteem in our children
- Enjoy working as part of a team Hardworking, dedicated supportive colleagues
We can offer you:
- Hardworking, dedicated supportive colleagues
- A strong Catholic ethos
- A friendly and passionate team who are dedicated to maintaining high standards
- A commitment to continuous professional development
Closing date: Monday 12th October 2026, 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. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.
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Teaching Assistant (Level 2) employer: North East Combined Authority
Northumberland County Council is an excellent employer for those seeking flexible and meaningful work opportunities within the community. As part of the Staff Bank, you will enjoy a supportive work culture that values diversity and offers training to enhance your skills, all while contributing to the maintenance of local housing. With a focus on employee growth and a commitment to equal opportunities, this role provides a unique chance to make a positive impact in the Blyth area.
Contact Details:
North East Combined Authority Recruitment Team
