Oakdene – Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

Company: The Enquire Learning Trust
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Location: Cowpen Bewley
Job Description:

Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

Reference: ELTMAR2608

Closing date for applications: 8 June 2026, 12.00pm

Working Hours: 08:30 to 12 noon, Monday – Friday

Working Weeks: Term-time plus five days

Salary Scale: NJC Scale – Points 14 to 17

Contract Type: Fixed term until 31 August 2027

Start Date: 1 September 2026

Location: Oakdene Primary Academy, Halidon Way, Billingham, TS23 3NS

About the role: We are looking for a highly skilled and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who can work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to create a positive learning environment that enables all children to thrive, both academically and pastorally.

What we are looking for:

  • Level 3 qualified
  • Optimistic and committed to working in a team environment
  • Uses initiative, steps in to assist where needed, anticipates challenges, and takes proactive steps to resolve them
  • Willing to undertake First Aid Training
  • Caring, compassionate and dedicated to making a difference
  • Highly organised and with a positive attitude towards their role

What we can offer:

  • Membership of Tyne and Wear Pension Fund (in partnership with Teesside Pension Fund)
  • Opportunities for development and progression
  • Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Lifestyle savings

Working arrangements: Monday to Friday, 08:30am to 12:00pm, term-time plus five days

Safeguarding: 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.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026