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OFSTED Report September 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks as appropriate.
Applications for this permanent post are invited from people who are keen to join an organisation that is recognised for the high quality care and support it provides for its pupils and staff, its committed staff team and the drive to raise standards at all levels.
Guidance Leader
Permanent
37hrs
52/52
NTC Grade 8 SCP - 23-27
As soon as possible.
Norham High School is an 11 – 16 comprehensive school serving part of the South East locality of North Shields.
Vision & Values: We value our guidance staff; there are very high expectations of pupils' conduct and a transparent and fair policy for rewards and consequences.
All our pupils are supported through school with dedicated Form Tutors and Guidance Leaders with additional expertise available from the Guidance Manager.
The successful candidate will lead a Year Group. As a member of our team, you will have commitment and determination to continue to drive and improve standards - you will be ambitious for yourself, your team and our pupils.
You will display passion, energy and integrity delivering our school’s vision and ethos.
We welcome you to visit us:
We would welcome exceptional candidates to visit the school to meet our children and dedicated staff.
If you are committed to joining a school that is driven by ambition to be better, values a comprehensive community school and thrive on being part of a team, then we look forward to meeting you.
If you would like further information, please contact Mr Chris Drennan, Guidance Manager on (0191) 8143890 and visit the school’s website and social media platforms.
Applications:
Norham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other checks deemed appropriate
The closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 4th November at 12 noon.
Shortlisting will take place on Friday 6th November with interviews taking place later that week.
Please send your completed application to: Alison Tait, Norham High School, Alnwick Avenue, North Shields, NE29 7BU or via email to: Alison.tait@norhamhigh.org
Curriculum Support Assistant (CSA)
Permanent
37hrs
Term Time (193 days)
NTC Grade 5
To start as soon as possible
You will join an enthusiastic, multi-disciplinary team who provide high quality and effective support for pupils with a range of additional educational needs in a department with strong leadership.
Our support ranges from pupils with language and communication difficulties, including pupils on the autistic spectrum, to pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties, learning difficulties or physical difficulties.
You will have a keen interest in working with pupils with additional needs to achieve positive outcomes in this inclusive environment.
Knowledge and understanding of behaviour management and how to use scaffolding and visual strategies in class to support pupils is essential.
You will provide subject specific interventions to small groups and on a 1:1 basis. In addition, you will become the key worker for a number of pupils with additional needs. You will support them to access their academic curriculum and the wider school community.
This will include developing effective working relationships with parents/carers and additional agencies, promoting a multi-agency approach to pupil support.
Applications for this post are invited from people who are keen to join an organisation that is recognised for the high quality care and support it provides for its pupils and staff, its committed staff team and the drive to raise standards at all levels.
If you would like further information, please contact Joanne Pearson SENCo, on (0191) 814 3890 or e-mail joanne.pearson@norhamhigh.org.
We welcome you to visit us: We would welcome exceptional candidates to visit the school to meet our children and dedicated staff.
If you are committed to joining a school that is driven by ambition to be better, values a comprehensive community school and thrive on being part of a team, then we look forward to meeting you.
Applications
Closing date for applications is Monday 2nd November 2026
Please send your completed application to: Alison Tait, Norham High School, Alnwick Avenue, North Shields, NE29 7BU or via email to: Alison.tait@norhamhigh.org
Norham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other checks deemed appropriate
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