Teaching Assistant Level 3 - The Glebe Primary School

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Glebe Primary School in Norton, Stockton-on-Tees is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant to work in our EYFS. The role focuses on nurturing, proactive interactions and supporting children with SEND within a warm, supportive environment.

You will join a committed staff team, provide daily classroom assistance and help with planning, resources and behavior management. DBS clearance will be required.

Qualifications

• EYFS experience essential for supporting early years learners.
• Experience in supporting pupils with SEND needs is required.
• Strong behaviour management and classroom support skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day classroom support in the EYFS setting.
• Assist with planning, assessment and resource preparation.
• Maintain positive relationships with children, staff and parents.
• Support inclusion and demonstrate high expectations in line with school policy.

Skills

EYFS experience

SEND support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Planning & assessment support

Education

Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant

Job description

Location

The Glebe Primary School

Closing Date

13th November 2026

Grade H (14-17)

Grade H (14-17)

Contract Details

Fixed term till August 2028 initially

Contract Hours

32.5 hours per week, term time onlyplus 3 PD Days

Actual salary

£22,921 (less than 5 years service) / £23,440 (more than 5 years service) to £24,616 (more than 5 years service).

Interview Date WC

16th November 2026

Disclosure

The Glebe Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS enhanced clearance.

Job Description

The Glebe Primary School is a large primary school situated in Norton, Stockton on Tees. At The Glebe Primary School, we are proud of the sense of belonging and security that children feel when they are part of our community. We are a Unicef Rights Respecting School. We believe that children can reach their potential to grow socially, morally and educationally- in a warm, lively and caring atmosphere. We have a committed, enthusiastic and supportive staff team.

We are seeking to appoint a qualified level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant to work in our Early Years Foundation Stage.

• A professional, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Be proactive and have quality interactions with the children.
• Strong behaviour management skills and be able to help children focus on any given task, encouraging children to interact with others and engage in activities.
• Experience of working in EYFS.
• Experience of supporting children with SEND needs as part of a team. - Commitment and dependability within the workplace, with ability to use your own initiative.
• Excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively and supportively under the direction of the class teacher.
• The willingness to work flexibly and constructively as part of a team, providing day to day classroom support to the children and assisting with behaviour in a supportive manner.
• Experience of assisting in the implementation of planning, assessment and the preparation of resources and classroom environments.
• The ability to establish good relationships with children, staff, parents and all members of the school community, acting as a role model and demonstrating the high expectations of the school.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality

Due to the expected high demand for this position, we will only contact candidates who are shortlisted for interview.