Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant
Dormanstown Primary Academy
Status: Permanent
Required: September 2026
Salary: NJC 12 - 15 £29,542 to £31,015 (pro rata £25,525 to £26,798)
Hours: 37 hours term time only plus 1 week
Reporting to: Executive Head Teacher
About the Trust
The Trust was established in 2015 and provides education and enrichment activities to more than 1200 children across five Academies, located in Middlesbrough and Redcar and Cleveland local authority areas. Academies within the Trust are:
- Brambles Primary Academy (2 to 11 years)
- Discovery Special Academy (2 to 16 years)
- Dormanstown Primary Academy (3 to 11 years)
- Pennyman Primary Academy (2 to 11 years)
- Wilton Primary Academy (3 to 11 years)
About the role we are looking to appoint
Dormanstown Primary Academy is seeking to appoint a pro‑active, enthusiastic, energetic and reliable Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant to join the Tees Valley Education Trust. This position would be to work with children from Reception to Year 6. As a Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside the class teacher, helping pupils to get the most out of their learning and supporting individuals or groups of pupils.
We are looking for people who have experience of, or a genuine interest in, working with children with complex SEND, are interested in their development and learning and have good organisational and communication skills. We ask that all staff working with our children hold qualifications in English and mathematics that are at least equivalent to GCSE grade “C”. Qualification as a teaching assistant (or equivalent) is essential.
In return, we can offer you the opportunity to join a successful academy within a well‑established trust. Both the trust and academy have a strong inclusive ethos and an inherent drive for quality. Dormanstown Primary Academy is dedicated to delivering outstanding inclusive practice through a culture of co‑production, experiential learning and growth, where parents and professionals work together to support the holistic development of the child. Our children are proud academy citizens, care for each other, are focused on learning and enjoy coming to school. We have an incredibly strong team and thrive on working together to improve access to education and outcomes for our children.
Applications are invited from prospective candidates who are able to demonstrate that they are able to meet the essential criteria set out in the person specification and who have the vision, values and tenacity to join an outstanding team and help continue the journey towards excellence.
Tees Valley Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check.
Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant in Redcar employer: North East Ambition
Centurion Multi-Academy Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its staff while fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture. With a competitive salary and a commitment to operational excellence, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the educational outcomes of pupils and the wider community. Located in a supportive environment, the Trust offers unique opportunities for leadership development and strategic involvement in shaping the future of education.
