SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
St Paul’s Church of England Primary School
Waterworks Road
Ryhope
Sunderland, SR2 0LW
Tel: 0191 - 5210055
website:
Headteacher: Lisa Quinn-Briton
N.O.R. 329
Applications are invited for the position of
Part Time Teaching Assistant
(Fixed Term to 31/08/26)
‘Something special happens here.’
GRADE 3 (SCP 7 – 11 £26,403-£28,142 pro rata)
19.5 HOURS PER WEEK
TERM TIME ONLY (39 weeks)
WORKING PATTERN: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday all day
REQUIRED: As soon as possible
The Governors and Headteacher of this outstanding school are looking to appoint a Grade 3 Teaching Assistant to join our successful team of school support staff. The successful candidate will provide whole class support and interventions to individuals/small groups of children.
The successful applicant will:
• Be an outstanding practitioner with high expectations for all children and themselves
• Be qualified to NVQ level 3 (Supporting Teaching & Learning or similar)
• Be proficient in supporting the delivery of all aspects of teaching and learning
• Be a team player and willing to contribute to the wider life of the school
• Have an effective working knowledge of Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 curriculum
In return we will offer:
• Enthusiastic children who love to learn and who take a pride in their school
• Excellent relationships with parents/carers and the wider community
• A safe and secure workplace which is vibrant and celebratory of all within our community
• A governing body with a strong commitment to supporting your professional development
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
St Paul’s C.E. Primary School safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures.
How to apply:
Application packs are available to download from NE Jobs. Please return completed applications to Kelly Brenkley, School Business Manager: kelly.brenkley@stpaulsryhope.co.uk
Closing Date: 12 noon, Friday 26th September 2025
Shortlisting: Friday 26th September 2025
Interviews: W/c 29th September 2025
If you do not hear anything within 6 weeks of the shortlisting date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful.
At St Paul’s CE Primary School, we value and encourage diversity in our workforce and are committed to promoting equality and eliminating discrimination. As an employer, we are aware of our obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and are committed to offering support and making reasonable adjustments to allow full participation in the process. We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation
The Governing Board of St Paul’s Church of England Primary School and Sunderland City Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and the Headteacher must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard them. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced check for Regulated Activity from the Disclosure and Barring Service.