School Support Assistant (L2)

Support Assistant Level 2

£25,583 per annum pro rata, actual £19,196 per annum
32.5 hours per week worked over 5 days, term time plus 4 training days as confirmed by the school
Fixed Term Contract to 16th July 2027

This post attracts a Living Wage supplement. In addition to the hourly rate, this post will receive the Living Wage supplement to bring the hourly rate up to a minimum of £13.45 an hour.*

Required for 1st September 2026

Milecastle Primary School are looking to appoint a Support Assistant Level 2 who is passionate about ensuring the children in school reach their potential. We are looking for applicants who want to be part of a nurturing and stimulating learning environment, where our dedicated staff and supportive community work together to ensure that every child thrives academically and personally.

We are looking for someone who:

• has experience supporting individual children and groups to achieve academically and socially
• has experience supporting children with SEND
• wants to join an ambitious and supportive team and will be flexible and adaptable
• will inspire and nurture our children.

We can offer:

• The privilege of working with children who are eager to learn and have excellent behaviour for learning
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils
• A caring and supportive school environment where we are always striving to improve our practice and support the development of our staff
• Dedicated, innovative and supportive staff
• Wider professional development and training opportunities through being part of the ONE (Owl North East) Trust.

Please note that in all cases written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers BEFORE the final selection stage, even if you indicate otherwise.

Milecastle Primary has Academy status and is one of eight schools within ONE (Owl North East) Trust, which is committed to providing the highest quality support for teaching and learning; the employer will be the Trust.  You will be based at Milecastle Primary School. At the request of the ONE Trust, you may be required to conduct your duties elsewhere to facilitate learning or social activities off the school premises. The Trust reserves the right to change your area of work, temporarily or otherwise, as may be required, subject to reasonable notice and prior consultation with you.

Safeguarding Statement
Milecastle Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and all candidates will be subject to online checks. You will be responsible for the safety and welfare of the children in your care in line with KCSIE 2025.

Employment is subject to:
• satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
• online checks
• evidence of right to work in the UK

To obtain an application pack, please visit the school website Milecastle Primary School Vacancies

All applications must be returned by post or delivered directly to school (not by email).
Closing date: Friday 3rd July 2026, 12:00 noon
Interviews: Monday 13th July 2026