Enhanced Teaching Assistant
Aim High Academy Trust, Grasswell, Sunderland
Enhanced Teaching Assistant
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Aim High Academy Trust, Grasswell, Sunderland
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 24 May | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: aa24fbef164b4f1ab89f856b9a7f2547
Location ref: Grasswell, Sunderland
Full Job Description
Enhanced Teaching Assistant
Job Summary
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Please see advert text
Advert Start Date: 22/05/2026
Advert End Date: 10/06/2026 23:59
Salary: Grade 3, SCP 7-11 (£27,274 - £29,071, pro rata)
Hours per week: 37 Hours
Job Category: Schools - Teaching Assistant
Vacancy ID: 296925
Employment Location: Newbottle Primary Academy, part of Aim High Academy Trust
Number of posts: 1
Closing date: 10 Jun
Further Information
ENHANCED TEACHING ASSISTANT
FULL TIME (initially in Reception)
Grade 3 - SCP 7 - 11 (pro rata) - aligned with Trust pay structure
37 hours per week - Term time only plus inset days (39 weeks)
To start: September 2026
The Governors and Head Teacher are seeking to appoint a committed, flexible and highly motivated person to be part of our school team.
You should:
- be an outstanding practitioner with high expectations for all children
- be proficient in supporting the delivery of all aspects of teaching and learning
- be an effective communicator and keen to work in collaboration with colleagues
- be willing to be involved in the corporate life of the school, supporting the informal as well as the formal curriculum
- have Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Aim High Academy Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. Applicants can view the Trust's safeguarding policies via our website.
Prospective candidates are welcome to call the school office ) to arrange a visit. Application packs are available on the Trust website. Completed applications should be returned FAO Claire Shield (Headteacher) to the email address provided.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Aim High Academy Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. Applicants can view the Trust's safeguarding policies via our website.
Tour of the school: Thursday 4th June 2026
Closing Date: Wednesday 10th June 2026
Shortlisting: Friday 12th June 2026
Observations: Friday 19th June 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 24th June 2026
Supporting documents
- Aim High Job Description Enhanced TA 2025.pdf (212.76 KB)
- Person Specification - ETA.pdf (160.2 KB)
- Part A - Application Form.doc (954.5 KB)
- Part B - Application Form.doc (803.0 KB)
- GDPR Consent - Application Form.docx (19.04 KB)
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The Governors and Head Teacher are seeking to appoint a committed, flexible and highly motivated person to be part of our school team. You should:
- be an outstanding practitioner with high expectations for all children
- be proficient in supporting the delivery of all aspects of teaching and learning
- be an effective communicator and keen to work in collaboration with colleagues
- be willing to be involved in the corporate life of the school, supporting the informal as well as the formal curriculum
- have Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Aim High Academy Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. Applicants can view the Trust's safeguarding policies via our website www.aimhighacademytrust.co.uk