Specialist Teaching Assistant (Numeracy)

Outwood Academy Ormesby, Middlesbrough, Cleveland, TS3 0RH

6 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  5 November 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  24 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Mathematics
• Working pattern: Part time: 32.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday (8:15am-3:15pm)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Actual salary: £25,744.23 to £27,779.38
• Pay scale: Grade 9 SCP 22-25

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an outstanding individual who is enthusiastic, dynamic and inspirational to join our Inclusion team as a Specialist Teaching Assistant, with a specialism in Numeracy. As a Specialist Teaching Assistant you will be required to work closely with members of our Inclusion Team and have the energy and creativity to develop and inspire students learning. A key focus will be to support student intervention and increase student’s ability to access all areas of the Numeracy curriculum and embed and develop numeracy skills, working proactively with other members of the Inclusion Team to improve attainment, by adopting a personalised approach towards planning and delivery of a bespoke curriculum.

What the school offers its staff

Outwood Academy Ormesby can be found in the town of Middlesbrough in the north-east of England. Our goal is to continuously improve and become a leading academy in the region.

Through strong leadership we empower our staff to excel and ensure that students receive the best possible education and outcomes. The academy provides an excellent environment for professional development and making a positive impact on the lives of students in the area.

At our academy, we have highly trained staff and effective safeguarding measures in place to support all staff members. Additionally, the SLT and staff work together effectively to ensure that all students are actively engaged in their education.

Outwood Academy Ormesby is looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a teaching assistant who really wants to make a difference to the lives of young people.

Are you a maths enthusiast ready to inspire the next generation? Do you dream of a career where you can truly make a difference? Look no further. You've found your place.

At Outwood Grange Academies Trust, we're not just a collection of schools, we're a family driven by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives. With a proven track record of success and a reputation for excellence, we're one of the oldest and largest multi-academy trusts in the country. We're passionate about providing a world-class education for every student, and maths is at the heart of that mission. We're on a mission to put this vital subject at the heart of every child's learning journey, and we need passionate educators like you to join us.

Outwood and Outwood Academy Ormesby is THE place to be for maths:

• Become the best you can be:Elevate your teaching through our renowned Outwood Institute of Educationprogrammes and access to the very best national and international CPD opportunities.
• Lead the way:We're committed to nurturing the future leaders of maths education. Could that be you?
• Join a thriving community:Collaborate and share best practice with a network of 42 schools and passionatemaths specialists across all key stages (3-18 years).
• Make a real impact:Help us unlock life-changing opportunities for all students, including the most vulnerable.
• Enjoy a balanced life:Benefit from our commitment to workload reduction and innovative technology thatempowers teachers.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Outwood Academy Ormesby

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 738 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Outwood Academy Ormesby website
• Email address: h.murphy@ormesby.outwood.com
• Phone number: 01642 452191
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/outwood-academy-ormesby

We are a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning.

The Academy became part of the Outwood Family of Schools in 2015 and as a member of the Outwood Family we believe in putting Students First, raising standards and transforming lives.

Arranging a visit to Outwood Academy Ormesby

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email h.murphy@ormesby.outwood.com.

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