Teaching Assistant - KS2- Overfields Primary School (Ironstone Academy Trust)

Teaching Assistant - KS2- Overfields Primary School (Ironstone Academy Trust)

Job Summary

• Contract Type: Temporary
• Working Pattern: Please see advert text
• Advert Start Date: 16/06/2026
• Advert End Date: 06/07/2026 12:00
• Salary: £26403 - £26824 FTE
• Job Category: Schools - Teaching Assistant
• Vacancy ID: 298121
• Employment Location: Middlesbrough
• Closing date: 6 Jul

Further Information

The Governing Body of Overfields Primary School are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will be based in Year 3 / 4 initially but may be asked to work across school. They will hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent and will be able to demonstrate excellent relationships with adults and children. The successful candidate will help and instruct both individuals and small groups in working towards their individual targets.

The post is a temporary 1-year part time position. 32hrs per week working Mon - Fri. Grade C+ Term Time only plus 5 days

We are looking for someone who:

• Has the passion to go the "extra mile" to make the difference to the lives of the children in our community
• Has the ability to motivate and inspire pupils to learn
• Demonstrates excellent practice and high expectations in teaching and learning
• Can work effectively alongside colleagues and parents

We can offer:

• A dedicated and enthusiastic staff team
• Induction and ongoing professional development through our Trust networks
• A supportive leadership team and Governing Body
• Keen, polite and well-motivated pupils who are eager to learn

Overfields Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school on to arrange an appointment.

Application forms are available to download and are also online via the school and Ironstone Academy trust websiteoverfields.ironstoneacademy.org.ukhttps://ironstoneacademy.org.uk

Applications should be returned to the school for the attention of Mrs T Watson, Head Teacher or emailed to Mrs L Collishaw, School Business Manager at overfieldsadmin@overfieldsprimary.org.uk

The closing date for applications is 12pm on Monday 6th July 2026. Successful applicants will be contacted by email for interview. If you have not been contacted by the 8th July 2026 please consider your application unsuccessful.

Supporting documents

• Application Form - IAT Final May 2026 (1).docx (178.86 KB)

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The Governing Body of Overfields Primary School are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will be based in Year 3 / 4 initially but may be asked to work across school. They will hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent and will be able to demonstrate excellent relationships with adults and children. The successful candidate will help and instruct both individuals and small groups in working towards their individual targets.,

• Has the passion to go the "extra mile" to make the difference to the lives of the children in our community
• Has the ability to motivate and inspire pupils to learn
• Demonstrates excellent practice and high expectations in teaching and learning
• Can work effectively alongside colleagues and parents
We can offer:
• A dedicated and enthusiastic staff team
• Induction and ongoing professional development through our Trust networks
• A supportive leadership team and Governing Body
• Keen, polite and well-motivated pupils who are eager to learn
  
  The post is a temporary 1-year part time position. 32hrs per week working Mon - Fri. Grade C+ Term Time only plus 5 days