Job Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (English as an Additional Language Focus)

Grade G, 27,910 - 30,521 (depending on length of service)

Full Time - 37 hours per week term time only

Permanent



Required as soon as possible, we are seeking to appoint a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant to support our students with English as an Additional Language. You will provide support to students both in and out of lessons, develop and implement support plans and promote inclusive education.



Candidates who have experience of working with EAL students, have Teach English as a Foreign Language training or who are bilingual / multilingual will be at an advantage.



Kingsmeadow School has fantastic facilities and offers an excellent induction programme, an exciting learning and teaching environment and first class ongoing professional development opportunities to further enhance your career.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and appointments are made subject to enhanced DBS disclosure and online search checks.


Further details are available from the Office Manager; Michelle Lane on 0191 4606004, or they can be found on our website www.kingsmeadow.org.uk under Information - Job Vacancies.



Salary amounts quoted are from 1 September to 31 August and therefore if you commence employment part way through the academic year they are subject to an equated adjustment.



Application forms available online at www.gateshead.gov.uk



Closing Date: Noon, Monday 3 November 2025.


Interviews: Friday 7 November 2025.



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