Teaching Assistant – Level 2 x 4 posts, 37hpw, (Term Time Only) (Keelman’s Way School)
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Teaching Assistant – Level 2 x 4 posts, 37hpw, (Term Time Only) (Keelman’s Way School)
We wish to appoint dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants Level 2; applicants must already have a Level 3 qualification. Experience of working with children and young people with Autism or Severe Learning Difficulties is essential. Applicants must be prepared to work at both sites and across any key stage, as and when required.
Job Summary
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Full time - term time
- Advert Start Date: 02/05/2026
- Advert End Date: 20/05/2026 12:00
- Salary: £28,598 pa pro rata
- Hours per week: 37
- Job Category: Schools - Teaching Assistant
- Vacancy ID: 295757
- Employment Location: Keelman's Way School
- Number of posts: 4
- Closing date: 20 May
Further Information
Teaching Assistant – Level 2 x 4 posts, 37hpw, (Term Time Only) (Keelman’s Way School)
£28,598 pa pro rata
Required for September
Permanent x 2 posts
Fixed Term for 1-year x 2 posts
Keelman’s Way School is South Tyneside’s provision for pupils with severe and profound learning difficulties. We provide an appropriate curriculum for pupils aged between two and nineteen. The school opened in September 2012. The curriculum is tailored to pupils’ educational needs and provides enhanced services for children families and other professionals.
Pupils’ sensory and physical needs are met through the specialised input. The school has up to date facilities to provide physiotherapy, rebound therapy and hydrotherapy. Therapists and Health Professionals will work with school staff to integrate programmes in the work of the school.
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Closing date: Noon, 20 May 2026
Interviews are to be arranged