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Teaching Assistant
Full Time, Term Time only plus 2 weeks
Temporary Contract until 31st August 2027
Required to start 1st September 2026
 
We are looking to appoint a committed, highly motivated and effective Level 3 teaching assistant to support, nurture and inspire our pupils to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning for pupils, which will include those with an EHCP and identified additional needs.
 
We are seeking an individual who will:

• Support the care, development and education of pupils, including those with EHCPs and additional needs
• Provide high-quality support for learning, working 1:1 and within small groups to enable pupils to make progress
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCO to plan, deliver and adapt learning programmes
• Help to establish a positive, well-organised and engaging learning environment
• Monitor and evaluate pupil responses to learning activities and contribute to assessment and pupil progress records
• Contribute to EHCP targets, pupil reports and liaise with external agencies where appropriate
• Act as a positive link between home and school
• Meet personal care needs where required
• Administer first aid, where trained, and always places safeguarding at the centre of their practice 

The successful candidate will have:

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in our inclusive school
• NVQ Level 3 teaching assistant qualification (or equivalent qualification)
• Experience of supporting children with specific learning needs
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• A good understanding of the principles of child development and learning processes
• Knowledge of the use of ICT to support learning and to fulfil the role effectively
• Knowledge of national/foundation stage curriculum and other effective learning strategies
• Is resourceful, enthusiastic and keen to ensure that the highest possible standards of pupil achievement, well-being and personal development are achieved.
• Is committed to promoting the school’s inclusive values and ethos, working well as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills. 

In our small school we offer:

•  A warm and supportive school environment
• The opportunity to work with kind, motivated and enthusiastic pupils
• A highly committed staff team who work closely together
• Access to training and development opportunities
• A role where your contribution truly makes a difference to children’s lives. 

If you would like to join our small, friendly and supportive team, and feel you have the skills to help our pupils achieve their best, we welcome your application.  The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Bournmoor Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of its children.

Completed application forms should be returned to the school via email including a covering letter.  Visits to our school are welcomed and encouraged and can be arranged by contacting our school office.
 
Calculation of term time only plus two weeks’ pay
 
Term time only plus two additional weeks’ pay is calculated on the basis of the following:
• Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks; plus
• Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus
• Two additional weeks, inclusive of CPD – 2 weeks; plus
• Individual leave entitlement - 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days)
Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less than 5 years’ service will receive 27 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years’ service will receive 32 days annual leave. For example:
 
Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service:
40 weeks (term time plus 2) + 27 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 47 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
 
Calculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service:
40 weeks (term time plus 2) + 32 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 48 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments.
 
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.
 
As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.
 
Closing date for applications: Thursday 25th June 2026
Interview date: Thursday 2nd July 2026
 
Bournmoor Primary School
Lambourne Close, Bournmoor, Houghton le Spring, DH4 6HF
 
Tel: 01913854291
Email: bournmoor@durhamlearning.net
 

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: Grade 3, £25,185 to £25,989

Location: Durham, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant