Teaching Assistant Vacancy
St Oswald’s Catholic Primary School, South Shields
Salary: Band 4 Scale Point 6 £25,989.00 (FTE) – Paid pro rata: £20,849
Start Date: 01 September 2026
Contract: Fixed term to 31 August 2027, 35 hours per week, Term Time only
About the Role
We are seeking an inspiring and enthusiastic teaching assistant who will join our team of highly motivated teachers, support staff, and leaders who care about our children’s academic and pastoral development.
You will work under the instruction and guidance of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils, and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area.
You will also be required to assist the teacher in the whole planning cycle and the management/preparation of resources. Staff may also supervise whole classes occasionally during the short-term absence of teachers. The primary focus will be to maintain good order and to keep pupils on task.
Qualifications and Requirements
Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff. The position is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre‑employment checks. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures.
Equal Opportunities
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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