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Teaching Assistant
Grade 3 - £25,185- £25,989 (pro rata)
Permanent, full time, term time plus two weeks.
Required to start September 2026.
 
We are looking for a proactive Teaching Assistant to work within our support staff team. Central to the success of our school is a team that works hard for the students and each other. The successful applicant will be mainly based in the Learning Support Department
 
Our last Ofsted report recognised the high expectations, strong leadership, great teaching and positive relationships that underpin the good progress made by our students. We will offer you a supportive network of colleagues and access to a Teaching Assistant qualification.
As our name implies, the school lies at the heart of its community. Belmont is a leafy suburb on the outskirts of Durham City.  As a result of high expectations, enthusiastic teaching and very positive relationships, students enjoy school and want to do well. 
 
Details are also available via the links below or alternatively contact Elaine Morgan (e.morgan@belmontschool.org.uk).
 
Please note we do not accept CV’s. Application forms can be downloaded and returned via email or posted to school.
This post is open to job share and part time will be considered.
 
This post is not open to job share.
 
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 is Monday 1st June 2026
Interview date: TBC
 
Belmont Community School
The Links, Durham, DH1 2AG
 
Tel: 0191 3865715
Email: school@belmontschool.org.uk
 

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 - pro rata

Location: Durham, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant