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Support Assistant Level 3

Newcastle City Council

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom£26,403 - £27,254 per annum pro rata, actual £22,437- £23,161 per annumCloses: 1 Jun
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
Monkchester Road
Walker
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE6 2TX


At St Vincent’s Catholic Primary School, we are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and caring Support Assistant Level 3 to join our committed team of professionals. We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate the skills, experience and personal qualities required to support high-quality teaching and learning, and who are committed to supporting the ethos and values of our school.
 
Job overview
 
You will be responsible for assisting with the planning, preparation and delivery of learning activities, supporting pupils on both a whole-class and individual basis. This includes preparing resources to enhance learning and ensuring that pupils are supported pastorally within a positive and inclusive environment.
 
You will contribute to monitoring and evaluating pupil progress, providing clear and constructive feedback to the class teacher to help ensure that all learning needs are effectively met.
 
Job requirements
 
Essential:
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification 
  • Paediatric First Aid qualification, or willingness to obtain
Desirable:
  • Experience of working within an educational setting
  • Experience of supporting pupils in Key Stage 2
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and use initiative
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • An understanding of how to support pupils with a range of needs
  • A caring, patient and empathetic approach to working with children
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