Teaching Assistant (KS2)

North Ormesby Primary Academy; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This role focuses on enhancing student learning and independence, ensuring every child can thrive in their educational journey. With a commitment to professional development, the academy offers comprehensive training and a nurturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young learners while being part of a community that values inclusivity and innovation. Join a forward-thinking school dedicated to providing an outstanding educational experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Generous benefits including pension plan

Discounted gym memberships

Travel deals

Electric vehicle incentives

Qualifications

• Key stage 2 experience preferred.
• Compassionate and warm approach to children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Improve learning and attainment of students.
• Supervise classroom activities and support group interventions.

Skills

Motivation and enthusiasm to work with children

Ability to deliver individual and small group targeted interventions

Skills to help children develop independent learning skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assisting or equivalent

Job description

Salary: NJC £21,564 - £21,907 (Actual) £25,183 - £25,584 (FTE)+ well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Contract: Permanent

Start date: September 2025

Are you passionate about education and looking for a fulfilling career?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our community focused and supportive team at North Ormesby Primary Academy, to support students so that they can; access the curriculum, participate in learning and experience a sense of achievement. Key stage 2 experience is preferred.

You're Someone Who'll Be Able To

• Improve the learning and attainment of students while also promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Supervise classroom activities and play.
• Support and lead on group interventions and 1:1 support.
• Support students so that they can; access the curriculum, participate in learning and experience a sense of achievement.
• Be a compassionate, warm and friendly face to children and parents.
  
  

You're Someone Who Has

• Motivation and enthusiasm to work with children.
• Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assisting or equivalent is desired but not essential.
• Key stage 2 experience.
• The skills to help children to develop independent learning skills.
• Ability to deliver individual and small group targeted interventions.
  
  

We value the skills and dedication of our teaching assistants. To support the best outcomes for our students, we require a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). If you don't yet hold this qualification, don't worry! We'll invest in your development by enrolling you in our Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Programme, helping you gain the behaviours, skills and experience you need to thrive in the role.

About The School

North Ormesby Primary Academy, we consider ourselves a special place and everything we do is for our children and our community, which is why Ofsted recognised our Personal Development offer as 'outstanding'. We are a 1:1 iPad school, recently awarded the 'Apple Distinguished School' award, and we use technology very effectively across all of our curriculum and across the school. We are also an 'IQM Centre of Excellence' for inclusion

If you are interested in this role we highly encourage visits to our school, please contact us.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We Offer You

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
  
  

Closing date: 27th April

Interview date: WC 4th May

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.