We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic team of professionals. This post is a fixed term position to provide 1:1 support for pupils.
You will perform a key role in supporting the child’s learning in numerous aspects. Some aspects include working directly with the pupil, preparing resources, delivering a 1:1 curriculum and work on areas of Passport to Learning.
We are a welcoming, vibrant, and forward-looking school situated in Blyth. Children may begin their education with us from the age of two and continue through to year six (age 11). We work in close partnership with our sister WISE schools, Croftway and Malvin’s Close, to create a strong community spirit and to maximise opportunities for all pupils. We are proud of our highly skilled and dedicated teaching team. Together with our pupils, parents, governors, and staff, we form a cohesive learning community in which children remain at the centre of all decision-making and practice. If you are seeking to join a committed, inclusive, and supportive organisation that values personalised learning and professional excellence, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Our mission is to provide a high-quality educational community, which offers life-changing opportunities in a safe, creative and exciting environment. All are valued and inspired to flourish and grow as individuals. WISE Academies set high expectations for staff and students in order to meet our mission and raise standards.
The successful candidate will:
* Minimum requirements are grade 4 (C) in Maths and English at GCSE.
* Level 2 Early Years practitioner (or a willingness to work towards).
* Confidently support quality first teaching of children alongside the class teacher.
* Have good numeracy, literacy and communication skills.
* Have some knowledge of different intervention programmes, for example, precision teaching and be willing to engage in further training.
* Be willing to help with self-care skills if needed.
* Have a commitment to safeguarding and well-being of children.
* Be able to use ICT to support learning.
We can offer you:
* The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and passionate team, in the Academy and as part of WISE Trust.
* Exceptionally enthusiastic children who are eager to learn.
* Competitive Salary.
* Local Government Pension Scheme.
* 25 days annual leave rising to 28 after 5 years.
* Excellent wellbeing package including GP appointments, physiotherapy, counselling and support networks.
* Excellent training and peer support.
* A creative environment that supports and enhances our vision and inclusive ethos.
* An attractive and well-resourced school in the heart of its community.
* A commitment to managing staff workload and well-being at all times.
* Ongoing commitment to your professional development.
WISE Academies safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Local Safeguarding Board Procedures.
The Trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure Barring Services.
The Trust is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from as diverse a group as possible. WISE Academies will also consider carrying out an online search for all candidates to help identify any potential issues that are publicly available online.
Applicants must have authorisation to work in the UK.
You can apply online through the North East Jobs Website, go to WISE Academies Jobs and click Apply for Teaching Assistant with 1:1 Support - Fixed Term - Morpeth Road Academy
For further details, please see the supporting documents section of this advert. For any queries, please contact WISE Recruitment Team by telephone 0191 7070125 [option 5] or e-mail recruitment@wiseacademies.co.uk
Please quote the vacancy reference when requesting additional information.
Closing date: 12 noon Monday 19th January 2026
Interviews: TBC