Eppleton Academy Primary - Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £20,001.00 to £30,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24,796 - £25,185 |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 01 June 2026 |
| Location: | Sunderland, SR1 3AA |
| Company: | Sunderland City Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 295567 |
Summary
Post Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Grade: Grade C SCP 3-4 andpound;24,796 - andpound;25,185 pro-rata
Period: Fixed Term 3rd September 2026 andndash; 16th July 2027 (with the possibility of the contract being extended - linked to SEND funding)
Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week. Daily working hours will fall between 8:00am and 3:30pm, in line with school needs, term time only
Job Location: Eppleton Academy Primary
Responsible to: Headteacher
Eppleton Academy Primary is a vibrant, creative and forward-looking academy keen to employ an outstanding, enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistant, to support teaching and learning. We are looking for an experienced candidate who has a genuine interest in working with children; 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 andlsquo;Candrsquo; and hold a qualification at NVQ Level 2 in childcare or other equivalent qualification. Duties will include:
andbull;
To support and assist teachers, HLTAandrsquo;s and TAandrsquo;s as part of a professional team to support the delivery of quality teaching and learning to help raise standards of learnerandrsquo;s achievement for all pupils, particularly those with special educational needs.
andbull;
To assist with learning activities with groups and individuals, including those with special educational needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities and in line with school policies and procedures.
andbull;
To encourage the participation of pupils in the social and academic processes of the school, and enable pupils to become more independent learners.
andbull;
To undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.
andbull;
To assist with the development and implementation of student support plans and personal care programmes
In return, we can offer you the opportunity to join an inclusive, supportive and enthusiastic team who are committed to engaging and inspiring childrenandrsquo;s learning and life chances. In addition, we are fully committed to your ongoing professional development.
We offer: andbull; An excellent learning environment for children with a real family atmosphere and a strong community ethos andbull; An excellent working environment for staff where everyone is valued and treated with respect andbull; Hard working, committed and dedicated staff who strive to gain the best outcomes for all of our pupils andbull; Dedicated pupils who love coming to the academy and are encouraged to be the best they
can be andbull; An enthusiastic and supportive Head Teacher, Senior Leadership Team and staff who put the interests of the children first and are committed to the continual improvement of the academy andbull; A passionate and high performing team of professionals
Please see Job Description for more details. Visits to the school are welcome for candidates who are shortlisted.
Eppleton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers 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 (DBS) check. In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Application forms and further details are available to download via the North East Jobs website. Completed application forms should be returned to Jill Bainbridge, School Business Manager via e-mail jill.bainbridge@eppletonacademyprimary.co.uk
This job is not open to job share.
Closing date: 1st June 2026 (Noon)
Shortlisting: 1st June 2026
Interview date: w/c 8th June 2026
Period: Fixed Term 3rd September 2026 andndash; 16th July 2027 (with the possibility of the contract being extended - linked to SEND funding)
Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week. Daily working hours will fall between 8:00am and 3:30pm, in line with school needs, term time only
Job Location: Eppleton Academy Primary
Responsible to: Headteacher
Eppleton Academy Primary is a vibrant, creative and forward-looking academy keen to employ an outstanding, enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistant, to support teaching and learning. We are looking for an experienced candidate who has a genuine interest in working with children; 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 andlsquo;Candrsquo; and hold a qualification at NVQ Level 2 in childcare or other equivalent qualification. Duties will include:
andbull;
To support and assist teachers, HLTAandrsquo;s and TAandrsquo;s as part of a professional team to support the delivery of quality teaching and learning to help raise standards of learnerandrsquo;s achievement for all pupils, particularly those with special educational needs.
andbull;
To assist with learning activities with groups and individuals, including those with special educational needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities and in line with school policies and procedures.
andbull;
To encourage the participation of pupils in the social and academic processes of the school, and enable pupils to become more independent learners.
andbull;
To undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.
andbull;
To assist with the development and implementation of student support plans and personal care programmes
In return, we can offer you the opportunity to join an inclusive, supportive and enthusiastic team who are committed to engaging and inspiring childrenandrsquo;s learning and life chances. In addition, we are fully committed to your ongoing professional development.
We offer: andbull; An excellent learning environment for children with a real family atmosphere and a strong community ethos andbull; An excellent working environment for staff where everyone is valued and treated with respect andbull; Hard working, committed and dedicated staff who strive to gain the best outcomes for all of our pupils andbull; Dedicated pupils who love coming to the academy and are encouraged to be the best they
can be andbull; An enthusiastic and supportive Head Teacher, Senior Leadership Team and staff who put the interests of the children first and are committed to the continual improvement of the academy andbull; A passionate and high performing team of professionals
Please see Job Description for more details. Visits to the school are welcome for candidates who are shortlisted.
Eppleton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers 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 (DBS) check. In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Application forms and further details are available to download via the North East Jobs website. Completed application forms should be returned to Jill Bainbridge, School Business Manager via e-mail jill.bainbridge@eppletonacademyprimary.co.uk
This job is not open to job share.
Closing date: 1st June 2026 (Noon)
Shortlisting: 1st June 2026
Interview date: w/c 8th June 2026
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