Specialist Teaching Assistant (Level 2) with Lunchtime Supervisor Duties

Required: As soon as possible

Contract Type: Fixed term until 31st August 2027

Location: Christ the King Catholic Primary School, Tedder Avenue, Thornaby, TS17 9HY

Specialist Teaching Assistant (Level 2):

Salary: £26,847 - £27,274 pro rata (actual salary: £9,161 - £9,307)

Hours: 15 hours per week, Term Time Only

Lunchtime Supervisor:

Salary: £25,614 pro rata (actual salary: £2,913)

Hours: 5 hours per week, Term Time Only

Christ the King Catholic Primary School is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant with lunchtime duty. We are looking for someone who can support the teaching and learning of all our pupils as well as the expertise to support pupils.  

Applications are invited from candidates who have:

1. The ability to establish excellent relationships with children and promoting aspirational achievement and progress for all groups of pupils including children with Special Educational Needs
2. Excellent communication skills and be able to work as part of a team
3. A good standard of education including maths and English
4. A teaching assistant qualification or equivalent
5. IT skills

We can offer:

1. Enthusiastic children who are curious, independent learners
2. Excellent personal and professional development opportunities
3. An experienced and talented team of staff with a supportive Governing Body and wider School / Church community

For further information please contact Helen Lickess, Executive Head of School on 01642 765639 or email lickess.h@ctking.npcat.org.uk 

 Closing date: Friday 13th November 2026, 9am

Interview: Wednesday 18th November 2026