Required: January 2027
Salary: £25,583 pro rata (actual salary: £17,922)
Hours: 30 per week, Term Time Only plus 1 week
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: St Margaret Clitherow's Catholic Primary School, St Margaret's Grove, South Bank, Middlesbrough, TS6 6TE
We wish to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking teaching assistant to provide support for teaching and learning in our friendly and inclusive school.The successful candidate will have a clear commitment to promoting the well-being of the children in our care and to raising standards.
St Margaret Clitherow's Catholic Primary School is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 32 primary schools, and 6 secondary schools. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 plus staff, the Trust is now one of the largest Catholic Multi Academy Trusts in the UK.
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who:
- Will promote our friendly Catholic ethos, and will work as part of a committed team.
- Will be an excellent practitioner with high expectations for children in their care.
- Can provide tailored support to a child in both the classroom and individual settings.
- Will have a commitment to inclusion, innovation and creativity
- Has experience of supporting children with a range of special educational needs, including children on the autistic spectrum.
- Can work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to support pupil progress.
- Can use initiative to adapt approaches in order to support a child’s learning needs.
- Will contribute towards creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
- Can support pupils with personal care and physical needs where required.
- Has the ability to form positive, professional and effective relationships with colleagues across school, other professionals and parents/carers.
We can offer:
- A strong Catholic ethos.
- Happy and enthusiastic pupils, who are eager to learn and who benefit from an enriched, extended curriculum.
- Hard working and dedicated colleagues.
- Good professional development opportunities.
- Supportive governors and parents who want the very best for our school.
Closing date: Friday 30th October 2026 by 9am
Interview: Thursday 5th November 2026
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Teaching Assistant (Level 2) employer: St Margaret Clitherows RC Primary School
St Margaret Clitherow’s Catholic Primary School, part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, is an excellent employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment. With a strong Catholic ethos and a commitment to professional development, staff are encouraged to grow and innovate while working alongside dedicated colleagues to inspire enthusiastic pupils. Located in the heart of the North-East, this school offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives within a caring community.
Contact Details:
St Margaret Clitherows RC Primary School Recruitment Team
