Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Location:

Thistley Hough Academy, Stoke‑on‑Trent, Staffordshire.

Salary:
Grade 5 points 6‑11 – £25,989‑£28,142 per annum (£22,351‑£24,203 actual salary).

Contract:

Full‑time, fixed term September 2026 – December 2027.

Working pattern: 37 hours per week, term‑time plus one week (39 weeks total).

Start date:

September 2026.

Assist teachers with classroom delivery, support small‑group work, contribute to engaging lessons, and help monitor student progress.

Provide pastoral care, build positive relationships with students, staff, and families, and maintain a supportive learning environment.

Use initiative and a proactive attitude to help students reach their academic, social, and emotional potential.

• Good reading, writing, and maths skills, with GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Able to build good, professional relationships with children.
• Works well alone and with others.
• Clear and friendly communication with students, parents, and staff.

• Health Assured
• EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Bike2
  
  Work scheme
• Professional Development opportunities
• LGPS (Local Government Pension Scheme)
• Viv Up Discounts
• Discounted gym memberships
• Professional fees support

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff, volunteers, and trustees share this commitment.