At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with learning difficulties and help them thrive in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Castle School, a caring and innovative special school.
- Benefits: Great pension, mental health support, gym discounts, and childcare options.
- Other info: Join a fun, inclusive environment with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Patience, motivation, and a genuine desire to help children succeed.
The predicted salary is between 20324 - 20324 £ per year.
Employer Location: Ashington, Northumberland
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 33.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days
Salary: Band 2 £26,016 pro rata (actual £20,324 per annum)
Castle School is seeking a caring and committed Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and enthusiastic team. Castle School is a Special School within NCEAT that supports children with complex and multiple learning difficulties and disabilities. We pride ourselves on providing an innovative, personalised learning experience where every child is supported to reach their full potential. Our purpose built environment, combined with a dedicated team of staff, creates a safe and stimulating space where children can learn, explore and enjoy their school experience.
The ideal candidate will be patient, supportive and motivated, with a positive, can do attitude and a genuine desire to help children succeed. In this role, you will play an important part in supporting pupils in their learning and development while working collaboratively within an experienced team.
As well as a rewarding career within an established Multi Academy Trust, we offer the following employee benefits:
- An excellent pension scheme with a generous employer contribution from the Trust.
- 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services.
- Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff through Dittolo.
- Access to The Nest, our childcare provision in Ashington and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering both paid and free 30-hour places for eligible families.
- CPD opportunities with support from across the Trust.
- Gym membership discounts, with reduced rates at Sculpt Ashington and Places Leisure.
- Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, giving Trust staff exclusive discounts at major retailers including Apple, JD Sports and TUI.
Castle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Level 1 Teaching Assistant in Ashington employer: Northumberland Church of England Academy
Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong focus on professional development, employees benefit from comprehensive CPD opportunities, mental health support, and access to childcare provisions, all while working in a collaborative atmosphere that prioritises the needs of children with SEND. Located in Ashington, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact across multiple primary schools, ensuring that inclusion remains at the heart of education.
Contact Details:
Northumberland Church of England Academy Recruitment Team
