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The Governors are seeking to appoint a  highly motivated, committed and experienced Teaching Assistant who will play a key role in providing support to individuals with high medical needs with a Trachea and special educational needs. The successful candidate will support the Class Teacher in the teaching and welfare of pupils.  To start as soon as possible
 
We are looking for a candidate who:
Has experience in teaching and caring for children with special educational needs
Demonstrate excellent behaviour management skills
Can work as a part of a team, learning with and from other colleagues
We are looking for a candidate who is willing to carry out medical training.
Enjoy working independently and with initiative
Can work effectively with children either individually or in small groups to enable them to achieve their best
Are highly organised and has good time management skills
Are flexible, proactive and resourceful
Demonstrate good English and Mathematics skills (GCSE Grade 9-4 (old grade A-C) or equivalent/higher)
Have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Understands confidentiality and safeguarding procedures 

Application forms and further details are attached and completed application forms should be returned to Durham Trinity School & Sports College, Dunholme Close, Aykley Heads, Durham, DH1 5WB
Durhamtrinity@durhamlearning.net.
 
An enhanced DBS check and pre-occupational health check are an essential part of the selection and recruitment process.
Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.  We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.

Only fully completed Durham County Council Support Staff Application forms will be accepted and must be returned by 9am Monday 22nd June 2026.
 
Calculation of term time only plus 2 weeks pay
 
Term time only plus 2 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
• Ten additional days, inclusive of CPD – 10 days; 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 is Monday 22nd June 2026 9am.
Interview date: Week beginning 6th July 2026
 
Durham Trinity School and Sports College
Dunholme Close, Aykley Heads, Durham, DH1 5WB
 
Tel: 01913864612
Email: Durhamtrinity@durhamlearning.net 
 

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £25,583 - £26,824 (pro rata)

Location: Durham, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant