Teaching Assistants (L3)

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

Job summary

A regional educational institution in the North East of England is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants (Level 3) to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health issues. The role offers 32.5 hours per week during term time plus professional development days. Candidates should possess impressive communication skills and ideally have experience working with students facing similar challenges. A supportive work environment emphasizes teamwork and values the contributions of all staff. Salary ranges from £22,953 to £24,105 depending on experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health issues.
• Create an environment where students feel valued and respected.
• Contribute to an enthusiastic and collaborative team.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with SEMHD students

Job description

The Meadows Academy
Whitworth Road
Spennymoor
County Durham
DL16 7QW

TEACHING ASSISTANTS (L3) 32.5 Hours per week, term time + 5 PL days

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.

Application form available to download from the Horizons Trust website https://www.horizonstrust.org.uk/jobs or by emailing [e-mail]

Completed application forms should be returned by 12 noon on Friday, 8th 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 12th 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 be conducted. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, appropriate references and checks and a six-month probationary period.