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Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Grade 7 : SCP 15-22
£30,024 to £33,699 (pro rata)
Temporary, Term time only plus 2 weeks, Part time
3 days per week, (22.5 hours)
Required from 20th April 2026 until 31st March 2027

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant in our school.  You will be required to undertake PPA cover and also effectively implement interventions for identified children and groups.  At Bournmoor Primary we aim to offer a creative and engaging curriculum which promotes high standards of education.  You would therefore need to show an ability to engage all learners to ensure they reach their full potential in our inclusive school.

If you would like to join our 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.
Closing date:  5th March 2026
Interview date:  12th March 2026

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.

Applicants must hold a qualification that meets the approved ‘full and relevant’ criteria for Early Years qualifications and inclusion in staffing ratios.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.  

Bournmoor Primary School 
Lambourne Close
Bournmoor
Houghton le Spring
DH4 6HF

Tel:  01913854291
Email:  bournmoor@durhamlearning.net
Website:  www.bournmoor.durham.sch.uk 
 

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £30,024 - £33,699 pro rata

Location: Durham, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant