Level 2 Teaching Assistant


Company:	Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust
Salary:	£26,427 to £27,274 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Chester le Street, DH3 3PH
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	29 Sept 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

Location: St Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary School, Ropery Lane, Chester le Street, DH3 3PH

Grade: Grade D, SCP 5-7 (£26,427 - £27,274 per annum, pro rata)

Hours: 15 Hours per week, Term Time Only (38 weeks). Temporary Contract (Funding dependant)

St Cuthbert’s is a caring, friendly, happy school with children who are proud of their school. We are a dedicated and caring staff who are supportive to all. We are enthusiastic in delivering a vibrant curriculum and developing the whole child as they grow.

We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland and Sunderland. Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England, which has a total of 48 schools. This is an exciting time to join our supportive, and growing team.

We would like to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated, Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to join our hardworking and supportive team at St. Cuthbert’s. This is a part-time post, to provide support to children with or working towards an EHCP, however we anticipate the successful candidate will also appreciate the need for flexibility on occasions.

How to Apply:

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Closing date: Monday 12th October - Noon

Interview date: TBC

The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

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