LKS2 Teaching Assistant - Thornaby Church of England Primary School (Dales Academy Trust)

Stockton Area Vacancies; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Stockton-on-Tees seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will support learning for pupils in Lower Key Stage 2, working collaboratively with staff in a nurturing environment. We are looking for someone passionate about education and committed to the school’s Christian ethos. This is a fixed-term role expected to start on September 1, 2025, offering a supportive and inclusive working atmosphere.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunity for professional development

Collaborative working with other schools

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about working with young children.
• Able to relate well to staff, parents, and children.
• Able to work under supervision and on initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support individual and groups of pupils with learning.
• Lead intervention work for children in Lower Key Stage 2.
• Foster excellent working relationships with children.

Skills

Team player

Experience supporting learning

Understanding of phonics

Excellent communication skills

Flexible approach

Confident in leading intervention

Positive behaviour management

Job description

NJS Grade D 4-6 Teaching Assistant

Required from asap

30 hours



NOR 314 + 52 place nursery



The Head Teacher and Governors of Thornaby Church of England Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic teaching assistant.



Post

Teaching Assistant



Grade/Band

NJS Grade D (4-6) £18058.65 – £18510.86, gross salary



Minimum Age Requirement



Vacancy Hours

30 hours per week: (hours divided equally over 5 days: Monday-Friday)



Contract Type

Fixed Term till 1.9.2025 to 31.8.2026, Term Time Only + PD days(5)



Weekend Working

N/A



Application Closing Date

Thursday 10th July 2025



Interview Date

Tuesday 15th July 2025



Venue for Interview

Thornaby Church of England School



Start date:

1st September 2025



Advert details

Thornaby Church of England Primary promotes the highest standards for all of our children. The Head Teacher and Governors wish to appoint a motivated and committed Teaching Assistant to support pupils in LKS2. The successful candidate will be required to support individual pupils and groups of pupils with learning and intervention in Lower Key Stage 2. We are looking for a good team player who is able to work well as part of a supportive staff, as well as having an ability to foster excellent working relationships with children. Our school environment is a very caring, nurturing one and we value and celebrate the achievements of every child. We take pride in our church school ethos.



The successful candidate will:

• Be a team player who is committed to the aims and ethos of our school


• Have successful experience of supporting learning in a primary school


• Be enthusiastic about working with young children, and able to relate well to staff, parents and children


• Have a good understanding of phonics


• Have excellent written and oral communication skills


• Be flexible and confident in supporting children’s learning


• Be confident to lead intervention work


• Have a positive, consistent approach to behaviour management


• Be able to work under supervision and also use their own initiative

What we can offer:

• Happy and welcoming pupils, staff, governors and parents


• Pupils with good behaviour and a thirst for knowledge


• A warm, supportive environment in which to work, learn and develop


• Opportunity to work in collaboration with other schools and be part of the establishment of the Dales Academies Trust


• A chance to be part of a caring, Christian environment with exciting visions for the future

The successful candidate will become part of a team that is enthusiastically driving the schools forward and building upon their achievements and strengths. We are a warm, inclusive family school with a strong Christian ethos, a sense of community and a commitment to excellence for all children in our care. We aim to ensure that our children feel safe, happy and achieve their potential as a unique individual and as a learner. Christian values are at the heart of all that we do.



We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school is also committed to safer recruitment procedures. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.



We welcome visitors to our school and would really like to meet you prior to your application. If you would like to request an application pack or arrange a visit to the school, please contact the school office and speak to Mrs Pawass or email [e-mail].



The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.



Application forms and further details are available from the school office on [e-mail] and should be returned to the school by email Thursday 10th July 2025



Interviews will take place on: Tuesday 15th July 2025