TEACHING ASSISTANT (Level 3) - The Meadows

Horizonstrust; North East; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in the North East of England is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health issues. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a passion for helping students succeed. This role offers a supportive environment where your contributions will be valued. The actual salary ranges from £22,953 to £24,105, reflecting the DC Band 6 pay scale. Applications should be submitted by 12 noon on January 8, 2026.

Qualifications

• Inspirational with high expectations of students.
• Previous experience of working with students with SEMHD desirable.
• Enthusiasm and talents welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health issues.
• Create a sense of belonging for pupils.
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive environment.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with SEMHD students

Job description

TEACHING ASSISTANT (Level 3) - The Meadows

Dated: 15 Dec 2025

The Meadows Academy
Whitworth Road
Spennymoor
County Durham
DL16 7QW

DC Band 6 (NJC point 14-17) actual salary £22,953 to £24,105

Horizons Specialist Academy Trust consists of eight Academies and one Sixth Form across the Tees Valley and North Yorkshire area serving a population in excess of 1000 students aged 5 to 19 with a broad range of learning difficulties.

The Meadows Academy has recently joined Horizons Specialist Academy Trust and caters for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health issues. Many of our young people live across County Durham and in some cases further afield.

We strive to create a sense of belonging where our pupils feel they are valued and respected, and an environment where all can make progress and succeed.

We are currently seeking outstanding, creative and enthusiastic teaching assistants to join our team at The Meadows. The right candidates will need to be inspirational with high expectations of our students and themselves.

Previous experience of working with students with SEMHD would be desirable. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential requirements of this post.

We offer a collaborative and supportive environment where staff are valued and nurtured and your input, enthusiasm and talents will be welcomed.

Completed application forms should be returned by 12 noon on Friday, 8 th January, 2026 to: HR Department, Horizons Specialist Academy Trust, c/o Abbey Hill Academy, Ketton Road, Stockton-on-Tees. TS19 8BU or by email to [e-mail] . Shortlisting will take place during week beginning 12 th January, 2026.

Horizons Specialist Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As part of our recruitment process online searches may conducted. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, appropriate references and checks and a six-month probationary period.

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