Job Title: Teaching Assistant Level 2
Reference Number ELTNOV2507
Working Hours: 16.25 hours per week
Working Weeks: Term-time only
Salary Scale Range: NJC Points 7-8 (actual starting salary £9769.48 per annum)
Contract Type: Fixed term contract until 27th July 2026
Start Date: January 2026
Location: Oakdene Primary Academy, Halidon Way, Billingham, TS23 3NS
About us
The successful candidate will join a team of Teaching Assistants committed to raising standards and providing quality support to the teaching and learning agenda.
Oakdene Primary Academy is an exceptional place to work and as part of the Enquire Learning Trust, we offer excellent professional development opportunities and effective working partnerships between our schools.
About the role
We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and caring Early Years Team to work within the two-year-old provision at Oakdene Primary Academy. You will be responsible for supporting the room leader in ensuring the environment is engaging and inviting, supporting the children’s welfare and communicating with parents and families.
The successful candidate must be reliable and adaptable, have positive attitudes and be able to engage in a wide range of activities. The successful candidate will need to show good levels of initiative. Please see job description and personal specification for more details.
What we are looking for
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and energetic professional who:
- Is qualified at Level 2
- Is an optimist and is committed to working in a team environment
- Is caring, compassionate and dedicated to making a difference
- Is highly organised and has a positive attitude towards their role
- Has experience of working with Early Years children
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 from 08.30am to 11.45 am, term-time only
For more information, please contact:
Mrs Lee Martin, Academy Business Manager - 01642 560768 or l.martin@oakdeneprimary.org.uk
Visits to the school are welcome please contact the school office on 01642 560768
How to apply
You can apply for this position by visiting The Enquire Learning Trust
Closing date and time: Monday 8th December 2025
Interview Date: Interviews will be held week commencing 8 December 2025
DBS/Safeguarding Statement
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