Support for Learning Assistant Senior School
About This Role
We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic 0.8 FTE part-time Support for Learning Assistant to join our team. You will support class teachers in delivering lessons to a range of learners, work with small groups to boost literacy and numeracy and provide tailored support for children with diverse needs. A background in and experience of supporting pupils with mathematics would be particularly advantageous.
Job information
Salary: The salary will be in the region of £17,200 - £19,600 actual salary (£21,500 - £24,500 full-time equivalent) depending on relevant skills and qualifications.
Hours of work: Part time hours, 29 hours per week
Contract type: Permanent
Location: The Grove, Gosforth
Benefits:
35 weeks term time per year
Very generous fee remission for children in the school in accordance with the staff fee remission policy
Free staff lunches are available during term time in the school dining room
Employer pension contribution
Excellent and easily accessible location from throughout the region
Free parking available nearby
Corporate Metro card scheme and cycle to work scheme
Newcastle School for Boys is an independent day school located in the heart of Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne. From September 2026, we begin a new and exciting chapter, becoming The Newcastle School and welcoming girls into our community for the first time; building on the legacy of Newcastle School for Boys. Our school offers a unique through-school education from Early Years to Sixth Form, ensuring a seamless academic journey for every pupil, every step of the way.
From September 2026, we will welcome girls into the Junior School and Sixth Form with the rest of the Senior School to follow in September 2027.
What sets The Newcastle School apart is our size and philosophy. We are intentionally small, with small class sizes, allowing every child to be known and understood as a unique learner. Our supportive environment and strong pastoral framework underpin exceptional academic and personal development. We provide the range of opportunities you would expect from a much larger school, all within a nurturing, inclusive setting.
Our pupils benefit from tailored learning, expert teaching, and a wealth of co-curricular experience, from sport and performing arts to STEM clubs and international travel.
This is an excellent opportunity to build on the success of a successful and important department in an ambitious school. A contribution to the pastoral and lively co-curricular life of the School is expected.
Full details of the role’s responsibilities can be found in the job description.
To discuss any questions about the role, please contact Human Resources, on hr@newcastleschool.co.uk.
How to apply
Applicants should complete and return our application form. Applications may be completed electronically or posted to Human Resources, Newcastle School for Boys, West Avenue, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 4ES.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 19 April 2026.
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.
Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media accounts, as part of their application.
This post amounts to regulated activity.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements with shortlisted candidates as part of the interview process.
For further information, please contact: hr@newcastleschool.co.uk
A full job description and application form are available on the school website