Job Summary
Contract Type:
Term-time only (Temporary)
Working Pattern:
Full time - term time plus specified days
Advert Start Date:
10/10/2025
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 03/11/2025 23:59
Salary:
£25,185 - £25,989 pro rata
Job Category:
Schools - Teaching Assistant
Employment Location:
Stanley
Further Information
Teaching Assistant
Grade 3 £25,185 - £25,989 pro rata
Full Time, Term Time + 2 Weeks
Temporary – required as soon as possible until 31st August 2026
The Governors of Tanfield Lea Community Primary School are keen to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work mainly with our SEND pupils particularly within the Early Years Team.
This position is a full-time temporary post until 31 August 2026, in the first instance.
The post is for someone who can work collaboratively with teaching staff in the whole planning cycle and management/ preparation of resources; to support learning to individuals/small groups to enable access to learning for SEND pupils; and to encourage pupils to become independent learners, to provide support for their welfare and to support the inclusion of pupils in all aspects of school life.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of our team.
We are looking for someone who:
• is dynamic and innovative;
• is committed to excellence, enjoyment and fun in learning; and
• has a hard working, positive, ‘can do’ attitude to school life.
And in return we will offer:
• an inclusive school with happy, well behaved children who enjoy learning;
• a supportive staff;
• a staff team committed to high standards;
• a commitment to continuous professional development; and
• a very supportive Governing Body.
If you would like an opportunity to visit the school, we have two available dates on Monday 20 October 2025 at 4.00 pm or Friday 24 October 2025 at 4.00 pm.
Please contact the school office to arrange.
Applicants must hold a qualification that meets the approved ‘full and relevant’ criteria for Early Years qualifications and inclusion in staffing ratios.
Closing date: Monday 3 November 2025
Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 12 November 2025
Interview date: Tuesday 18 November 2025
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.
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
Tanfield Lea Community Primary School
Tanfield Lea,
Stanley,
Co Durham,
DH9 9LU
Tel: 01207 234500
Email: tanfieldlea@durhamlearning.net
Website: www.tanfieldlea-primary.durham.sch.uk
Please note
This job is closed for applications.