Higher Level Teaching Assistant, 37 hpw (Term Time Only)
(Simonside Primary School, Jarrow)
£28,598 pa pro rata
This is a permanent post required from 1 September 2026
The Governors and Head Teacher are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work within the school to support our teaching and learning. You must be a fun, flexible, hardworking practitioner with high expectations and a passion to move learning forward within our school.
Your role will involve working under the guidance of teaching/ senior staff, planning and implementing agreed work programmes with individuals/ groups, in or out of the classroom. This could include those requiring detailed and specialist knowledge in particular areas. Staff will supervise and deliver lessons to whole classes during the absence of teachers.
We can offer you a welcoming and supportive place to work, hardworking children and a friendly and supportive staff.
Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact the school office on (0191) 489 8315 to arrange a date and time.
The Governing Body and South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
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Previous applicants need not apply.
Closing date: Noon, Monday 6 July 2026.
Shortlisting date: Week commencing 6 July 2026.
Interview date: Week commenting 13 July 2026.
