L3 SEND Teaching Assistant
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School:
Tees Valley Education -
Location:
Middlesbrough -
Salary:
NJC Point From SCP 12 to SCP 15 (FTE £29,542 - £31,015), pro-rata (£26,177 - £27,482) -
Hours:
37 -
Contractual Status:
Permanent -
Closing Date:
2nd Sep 2026
About the role we are looking to appoint:
Pennyman Primary Academy is a thriving, inclusive learning community for 410 pupils from Nursery to Year 6. Pennyman Primary Academy is a larger than average sized primary school. It is a mainstream academy with a specialist designated unit for children with complex physical and medical needs and associated communication and learning needs. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant, Unit Provision, to join our academy team.
What we are looking for:
We are looking to appoint a dedicated teaching assistant, who is proactive, enthusiastic, energetic and reliable. 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 someone who enjoys working with children, can remain calm and positive, and has strong communication and interpersonal skills. We are looking for someone who can be a role model to our children and support them in being successful.
Supporting documents
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Job Description and Person SpecificationTees Valley Education
Tees Valley Education Multi-Academy Trust (TVEd) was established in 2005,building on five years of successful collaboration between Brambles and
Pennyman Primary Academies. This partnership laid the foundation for a trust
committed to excellence in education and community impact. Later that year,
Dormanstown joined the trust, further strengthening its reach and capabilities.
In 2018, Wilton Primary Academy became part of the trust, marking another
significant milestone in its growth.
That same year, TVEd proudly opened Discovery Special Academy, the first free
school in Middlesbrough, providing tailored education to children with special
educational needs. In August 2022, Discovery Special Academy transitioned into
a state-of-the-art, purpose-designed building, enabling the expansion of its
provision to include secondary-age children.
2025 is a milestone year for the Trust as it proudly marks its 10th anniversary.
Over the past decade, the Trust has dedicated itself to fostering positive change
and making a meaningful impact in the community. This special anniversary
offers an opportunity to reflect on its achievements, celebrate the partnerships
and support that have made them possible, and renew its commitment to
building a brighter future. The Trust looks forward to continuing its journey
towards leaving a 100-year legacy of innovation, growth, and service for
generations to come. Visit School Website
Applying by post
Mrs J Stuart, Headteacher:
Tees Valley Education
Pennyman Primary Academy
Fulbeck Road
MIDDLESBROUGH
TS3 0QS
