Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Required: September 2026                   

Salary: £25,583 pro rata (actual salary: £11,349)

Hours: 19.5 per week, Term Time Only  

Contract Type: Fixed term until 31st August 2027

Location: St Pius X Catholic Primary School, Amersham Road, Middlesbrough, TS3 0EF

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and successful team working with a wide variety of young people. 

This role requires energy and the ability to motivate students to achieve their maximum potential while maintaining and developing their independence. Suitable candidates must be kind, caring, flexible and organised.

The successful candidate will:

1. Put children’s safety and wellbeing first
2. Have high expectations of learning and behaviour
3. Support the teacher in providing learning opportunities to ensure all children reach their potential
4. Be highly motivated with a commitment to securing the best outcomes for all children
5. Be actively involved in all aspects of school life

We can offer:

1. A strong, supportive ethos   
2. Happy, enthusiastic and friendly pupils   
3. Highly experienced and talented colleagues   
4. Excellent professional development and progression opportunities across our 38 schools  
5. Supportive trust board, governors and parents

If you would like any further information about this position or to arrange a visit to the school please contact Claire Cunningham, Trust Business Manager on [phone removed].

Closing date: Monday 19th October 2026

Interview: To be confirmed