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Teaching Assistant

SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields · South Shields · South Tyneside

Job description

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School

We are seeking to appoint a caring, committed and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our warm and welcoming Catholic school community. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dedicated and supportive staff team, working together to ensure that every child is known, valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential.​ Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures. Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.

Why join us?

  • A warm, family-centred Catholic ethos where relationships and pupil wellbeing are at the heart of all we do.
  • Friendly, supportive and enthusiastic staff who are committed to working collaboratively.
  • Well-behaved, happy children who are eager to learn.
  • Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training.
  • A school committed to inclusion, equality and ensuring every child thrives.

Key features of the role

  • Supporting pupils' learning, development, wellbeing and independence.
  • Working closely with teachers to deliver high-quality classroom support.
  • Promoting the inclusion and achievement of all pupils, including those with additional needs.
  • Assisting with planning, resources and learning activities across the curriculum.
  • Supporting positive behaviour and helping to create a safe, nurturing learning environment.
  • Contributing to the wider life and ethos of the school, including educational visits and enrichment activities. ​​

This post offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our children while becoming part of a caring and vibrant school community.

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About this school

SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 4–11

Not rated
Pupils
239
Avg teacher salary
£46,768
Pupil:teacher ratio
22.9:1
Academy trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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South Shields, South Tyneside, NE33 4RH

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Salary
£26,847.00 Annually (FTE) Band 4, Scale Point 6 £19,999 actual salary. Pending outcome of job evaluation
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
9 October 2026
Closing date
2 November 2026

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