Hexham Priory School

Hexham Priory School is a specialist school for children and young people aged 2-19 with severe and complex learning disabilities, including Autism. The school provides a nurturing, inclusive environment with personalised learning and dedicated staff supporting every pupil to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Wage:

• £15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
• National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
• Apprenticeship Minimum Wage £8 Per hour, term time only to school hours.

Training course:

• Teaching assistant (level 3)

Hours:

• 08:30 - 16:00, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
• 08:30 - 16:30 on Wednesday
• 08:30 - 15:30 on Friday
• 37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date:

• Wednesday 2 September 2026

Duration:

• 1 year 6 months

Positions available:

• 3

What you'll do at work

• Work under the direct instruction of teaching staff to support pupils’ access to learning within the classroom and across wider school settings
• Support children and young people with a range of special educational needs including Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and pupils experiencing emotional distress
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of all pupils by maintaining a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment at all times
• Provide support with personal care, hygiene, health, emotional wellbeing and welfare needs in line with individual care plans and school procedures
• Supervise and support pupils throughout the school day to ensure their safety, wellbeing and engagement in learning activities
• Build positive, professional and supportive relationships with pupils while acting as a consistent role model within the school environment
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence, self-esteem and positive social interaction skills
• Support pupils to engage positively in learning, play, communication and social development activities
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging learning opportunities for individual pupils and small groups
• Adapt learning activities, resources and support strategies to meet the individual needs and abilities of pupils
• Provide constructive feedback to pupils and report on progress, achievements and concerns to the class teacher
• Prepare classrooms, learning resources and specialist equipment before lessons and support with tidying and organisation afterwards
• Support the presentation and celebration of pupils’ work through classroom and school displays
• Assist in maintaining accurate pupil records, documentation and assessment information as directed by teaching staff
• Support positive behaviour management strategies in line with school policies and individual pupil needs
• Work collaboratively with parents, carers and external professionals to support pupil development, wellbeing and educational progress
• Undertake routine marking, assessment support and invigilation duties where appropriate
• Carry out administrative and clerical tasks including photocopying, preparation of classroom materials and basic word processing
• Support pupils in the use of ICT, communication aids and specialist learning resources
• Assist with the preparation, maintenance and safe use of classroom equipment and learning materials
• Supervise pupils during breaktimes, lunchtimes, educational visits and off-site learning activities as required
• Contribute positively to the ethos, aims and values of Hexham Priory School at all times
• Participate in training, professional development and performance management activities to support continued professional growth
• Comply fully with all school policies and procedures, including Safeguarding, Equality, Health & Safety, Confidentiality, Data Protection and Professional Conduct
• Work flexibly across the school to support different classes, departments and pupil needs where required
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the nature and level of the role as directed by Senior Management