Job description
Creative Teaching Assistant
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £90–£120 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time / Flexible
A welcoming and inclusive school in Middlesbrough is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Creative Teaching Assistant to join their team. This Creative Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone with a background or interest in art, music, drama, sports, dance or other creative disciplines who is passionate about supporting young people in their education and development.
The successful Creative Teaching Assistant will work closely with teachers and support staff to engage pupils in learning through creative approaches and positive relationship building. As a Creative Teaching Assistant, you will help pupils develop confidence, communication skills and engagement both inside and outside the classroom.
Key Responsibilities of the Creative Teaching Assistant:
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Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom.
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Working with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
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Using creative approaches to support engagement and learning.
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Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, communication and social skills.
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Supporting pupils with additional learning, behavioural or emotional needs.
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Assisting with classroom activities, educational projects and enrichment opportunities.
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Promoting positive behaviour and classroom engagement.
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Helping to create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
The Ideal Creative Teaching Assistant Will:
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Have experience working with children or young people.
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Have a background or strong interest in art, music, drama, sports, dance or other creative fields.
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Be energetic, enthusiastic and adaptable.
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Have strong communication and relationship-building skills.
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Be confident supporting pupils with varying needs and abilities.
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Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply).
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Have a fully checkable work history.
Benefits:
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Dedicated consultant support throughout your career journey.
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Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
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Opportunities to work within supportive school settings.
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Competitive daily rates of pay.
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Ongoing support and guidance from experienced education consultants.
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Access to training courses to enhance knowledge and skills.
This Creative Teaching Assistant role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must satisfy safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
To apply for this Creative Teaching Assistant role in Middlesbrough, please submit your up-to-date CV and a consultant will be in touch.
Referral Bonus:
We are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of Teachers or Teaching Assistants.