Teaching Assistant X 2

Tudhoe Learning Trust; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities

Job summary

Tudhoe Learning Trust is hiring two qualified Teaching Assistants for Acre Rigg Academy. Starting on 1st September 2026, candidates will provide high standards of support during term time. Responsibilities include delivering structured interventions and building relationships within the school community.

Successful applicants will enjoy benefits such as a cycle to work scheme, extensive CPD opportunities, and support in safeguarding children's welfare. The application deadline is 9th June 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience providing care for children in diverse areas including physical and emotional needs.
• Ability to demonstrate high standards of classroom practice.
• Flexibility and responsiveness to varying needs of pupils, especially those with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured interventions and communicate effectively across situations.
• Build effective relationships with school community members.
• Be committed to continuity and quality in education.

Skills

Experience with children

Classroom practice

Communication skills

ICT proficiency

Relationship building

Job description

Overview

Acre Rigg Academy is part of Tudhoe Learning Trust and seeks to appoint two qualified Teaching Assistants on a permanent contract starting 1st September 2026. Working hours are 8:30am–3:30pm Monday to Friday during term time.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Have experience of providing a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of classroom practice.
• Be responsive, flexible and sensitive to the differing needs of pupils, including those with SEND.
• Have experience of delivering well‑structured interventions.
• Communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
• Use ICT competently both in classroom practice and for own professional work.
• Build and sustain effective working relationships with all members of the school community.
• Work flexibly with a commitment to continuity and quality of education.
• Be focused and driven to ensure that all children fulfil their potential.
• Be innovative and seek to continually develop.

Benefits

• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities

Application Deadline

9th June 2026 (Noon)

Interview Dates

12th June 2026

Additional Information

The Trust is committed to promoting the welfare of and safeguarding all children in its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references, online searches and will require an enhanced DBS Check.