HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT VACANCY
Salary: £23,927.59 (SCP12) actual salary (£28,598 whole time salary, pro rata)
Start Date: 1 January 2026
Contract: Full time, 37 hours per week (8:30-16:30 Mon-Thurs, 08:30-16:00 Fri),
Term time only, plus PD days. Permanent.
CEO: Mr T.B. Tapping
Headteacher: Mrs Eve Alderson
St. Matthew’s Catholic Primary school wish to appoint a committed, motivated and
enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will be
committed to the values and ethos of our Catholic school and will join our dedicated
and hardworking team, who all strive for high standards for all of our children. We
are looking for someone who is flexible, approachable, adaptable and enjoys
working with children. Relevant induction processes and CPD will be provided for the
successful candidate.
St Matthew’s Catholic Primary School is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education
Trust which is one of four Trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and
staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child
Protection Procedures.
Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.
The application form and supporting documents should be fully completed and
submitted by email to TMAoffice@stmatthewsjarrow.co.uk by 12 noon on Friday 7
November 2025. Applications are required and CVs will not be accepted. For
enquiries regarding this role, please contact Mrs Kyra Brady at our School Office on
0191 4898355.
Interviews will be held on Friday 14 November 2025.
Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written
signature to their application when circumstances allow. Previous applicants need not
apply.
The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of
Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring
Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. An online search will be
completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer,
welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and
we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment
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HLTA Advert October 2025 St Matthews
TEACHING ASSISTANT VACANCY
Salary: Real Living Wage (SCP3) £16, 715.49 actual salary, pro rata
(£24, 309 FTE)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: 30 hours per week, term time only, plus PD days. Permanent.
CEO: Mr TB. Tapping
Headteacher: Mrs Eve Alderson
St. Matthew’s Catholic Primary school wish to appoint a committed, motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will be committed to the values and ethos of our Catholic school and will join our dedicated and hardworking team, who all strive for high standards for all of our children. We are looking for someone who is flexible, approachable, adaptable and enjoys working with children. Relevant induction processes and CPD will be provided for the successful candidate.
St Matthew’s Catholic Primary School is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust which is one of four Trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures. Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.
All application documents should be fully completed and submitted by email to TMAoffice@stmatthewsjarrow.co.uk by 12 noon on Monday 3 November 2025. Applications are required and CVs will not be accepted. For enquiries regarding this role, please contact Mrs Kyra Brady at our School Office on 0191 4898355.
Interviews will be held on Monday 10 November 2025.
Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow. Previous applicants need not apply.
The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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LUNCHTIME SUPERVISORY ASSISTANT VACANCY
7.5 hours per week, term time only
Salary: Real Living Wage, £24,309 FTE (£4548.46 per year, pro rata)
Required as soon as possible.
CEO: Mr T.B. Tapping
Required for as soon as possible, the Governors of St Matthew’s Catholic Primary School are looking to appoint a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to join this vibrant school community and dedicated staff team.
We are looking for someone who will:
- Supervise pupils during their lunchtime, both in the hall and outside
- Ensure positive interactions with children
- Administer First Aid when necessary (appropriate training will be provided)
- Lead playground games
- Manage behaviour
- Maintain discipline throughout the lunchtime breaks, in accordance with guidance given by senior members of staff
- Ensure that an accurate record of incidents is kept
We can offer:
- A strong Catholic ethos where all are valued
• Happy, confident and motivated children who embrace new challenges - Friendly and committed staff
- An active and supportive Local Governing Committee
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures. Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.
Salary: Real Living Wage, £4548.46 per year
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Permanent, part time – term time only
Completed application forms should be submitted by email to TMAoffice@stmatthewsjarrow.co.uk by 12 noon on Monday 3 November 2025. Please visit our website www.stmatthewsjarrow.co.uk for further information and an application pack. Applicants must use the CES Catholic Education Service Application Form, as available on our website.
Emailed applications are required and CVs will not be accepted. For enquiries regarding this role, please contact Mrs Frances Young either via the office email address or by telephone on 0191 489 8355.
Interviews will be held on Monday 10 November 2025. Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow.
The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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