Level 2 Teaching Assistant

North East Ambition; Eaglescliffe; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational trust is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant for a position at Egglescliffe School. The role involves supporting children aged 11 to 18 who have communication and interaction difficulties. The position is permanent, offering term-time hours at 18.75 per week. The successful candidate will join a committed staff team in a positive and nurturing environment. A Level 2 qualification and relevant experience are required. Please apply via email to the outlined address.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 11 to 18.
• Ability to assist children with communication and interaction difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Support the teaching staff in delivering a positive educational experience.
• Work with children who have specific needs to enhance their learning.

Skills

Experience with children who have communication difficulties

Ability to work in a team

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Egglescliffe School and Sixth Form (Eaglescliffe)

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Actual Salary: £11,559 to £12,010 (Grade F, SCP 7 to 8)

Hours of Work: 18.75 hours per week, term time plus 5 days (Monday to Friday)

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 12.00pm, Wednesday 14th January 2026

Interviews: W/C Monday 19th January 2026

About the Role

We seek to appoint a suitably qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistant – with experience of working with children who have communication and interaction difficulties ages 11 to 18, reporting to the SENDCo.

About Us

We are a newly merged Trust, Spark Education Trust which currently consists of 11 Primary Schools and 4 Secondary Schools. The Spark Education Trust can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with collaborative schools that are passionate about the progress and development of every student.

What we have

• A positive and caring ethos and working atmosphere
• Friendly children, eager to learn and achieve
• An aspirational curriculum for all students
• A committed, enthusiastic and supportive staff team
• Excellent support from the Governing Body, the staff and parents/carers
• Opportunities for career development

How to Apply

Please make sure that the application form is completed and returned via email to [e-mail] addressed to Mr N Gittins, Head of School.

Please note that feedback will only be given to shortlisted candidates, if you do not receive an invite to interview within 30 days of the advert’s closing date assume that you have been unsuccessful in your application for this post.

Safeguarding Notice

The Spark Education Trust 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. The post you are applying for is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. We will also carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates to help identify any incidents or issues that are publicly available online.