Level 3 Nursery Teaching Assistant - Harrow Gate Primary Academy (Enquire Learning Trust)

Stockton; Tees Valley; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Mentoring

Family atmosphere

Professional development

Job summary

Harrow Gate Primary Academy invites applications for a Level 3 Nursery Teaching Assistant. This is a permanent, full-time role based at Piper Knowle Road, Stockton on Tees, TS19 8DE, working 39.5 hours per week across 39 weeks with additional PD days.

The successful candidate will support children aged 2–11 within a caring, collaborative environment from an Ofsted‑rated Good school, offering strong professional development opportunities and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification is required.
• Experience supporting children in Nursery or Reception is essential.
• Solid knowledge of the Early Years curriculum and child development is necessary.
• Ability to support prime areas of learning and observe/assess children.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for nursery-aged children.
• Plan and deliver purposeful play and learning activities.
• Support children’s communication, reading, writing, and mathematics development.
• Observe and assess progress, contributing to planning and reviews.
• Work closely with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Maintain safeguarding, health, and wellbeing in all activities.

Skills

Nursery experience

Communication with parents

Understanding of child development

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Teaching Assistant

Working Hours: 39.5 per week

Working Weeks: 39 weeks a year ( TTO + 5 PD days)

Salary Scale Range: NJC 10-12

Actual salary: £26,329.34 NJC 10 starting point

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: As soon as possible

Location:

Piper Knowle Road, Stockton on Tees, TS19 8DE

About us

Harrow Gate Primary Academy is a well-established primary school located in Hardwick, Stockton-on-Tees, serving children aged 2–11. The academy is part of the Enquire Learning Trust, a collaborative network of schools that promotes high-quality teaching, professional development, and shared expertise.

The school is recognised for its inclusive and supportive environment, where every child is valued and encouraged to succeed. Its mission is “to raise the achievement and aspirations of every child,” a principle that underpins all aspects of school life.

Harrow Gate Primary Academy was judged ‘Good’ overall by Ofsted (June 2024), with ‘Outstanding’ for personal development, reflecting its strong commitment to pupils’ wellbeing, behaviour, and growth.

Benefits of Working at Harrow Gate Primary Academy

• Working at Harrow Gate Primary Academy offers a range of professional and personal benefits:
• Supportive and collaborative environment – staff work within a strong team ethos, placing children at the centre of everything they do.
• Strong leadership and professional development – access to continuous professional development and opportunities through the Enquire Learning Trust.
• Positive school culture – a welcoming, inclusive, and community-focused environment that values staff wellbeing and contribution.
• Focus on relationships and wellbeing – an emphasis on nurturing positive relationships, which enhances both staff satisfaction and pupil outcomes.
• Modern facilities and resources – well‑equipped learning environments supporting high-quality teaching and learning. Additional benefits – access to pension schemes, mentoring, and a strong sense of belonging within a “family” atmosphere.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Has experience of supporting children’s learning in Nursery or Reception.
• Has secure knowledge of child development and the Early Years curriculum.
• Understands how to support children’s prime areas of learning.
• Can support children’s early communication, reading, writing and mathematical development.
• Can establish warm, trusting and secure relationships with children.
• Has high expectations for every child, including children with SEND and those facing barriers to learning.
• Can use observations and assessments to respond to children’s individual needs.
• Communicates positively and professionally with parents, carers, colleagues and external professionals.
• Is calm, flexible, reliable and able to use initiative.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional conduct

The successful candidate will:

• Provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment in which children feel secure and valued.
• Encourage children’s curiosity, independence, confidence and enjoyment of learning.
• Plan and deliver purposeful play and learning activities for individuals and small groups.
• Promote children’s communication, language and vocabulary throughout the provision.
• Contribute to observations, assessments, planning and reviews of children’s progress.
• Provide targeted support and interventions for children with additional needs.
• Work closely with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Support children’s personal care, eating and toileting needs sensitively and respectfully.
• Promote positive behaviour through consistent routines, secure relationships and appropriate support.
• Maintain high standards of supervision, health, safety and safeguarding.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the academy.

DBS/Safeguarding Statement

The Enquire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post involves access to children or vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS

Closing date and time: Monday 19th October 2026

Interview Date: Wednesday 21st October 2026