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Teaching Assistant
Temporary Contract until 31/08/2027.
Full Time - 8.30am – 4.30pm Monday -Thursday, 7.30 – 3.00pm Friday
Required to start 1st September 2026.
 
Newton Hall Infants’ School is a small, friendly school with a real sense of community.
 
We are seeking to appoint a teaching assistant who
•         Is caring, enthusiastic and committed to their role in supporting pupils
•         Is able to work as part of a team and willing to contribute ideas and energy to the classroom
•         Has experience of supporting pupils in their learning and contributing to observational assessment
•         Has experience of supporting phonics learning
•         Is flexible and adaptable to the demands of the role
•         Is able to manage the behaviour and pastoral needs of pupils
•         Has excellent organisation and communications skills
•         Is able to support the class teacher to help develop learning
 
In return, we offer the opportunity to work alongside our wonderful, enthusiastic children and a team of professional, supportive staff committed to school improvement, and a supportive Governing Body.
 
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed to meet the children and staff and talk to the Headteacher.
 
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. 
 
Applicants must hold a qualification that meets the approved ‘full and relevant’ criteria for Early Years qualifications and inclusion in staffing ratios.
 
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 receipt of applications: Thursday 11th June 2026 at 12.00pm.   
 
We anticipate interviews will be held during the week commencing Monday 22nd June 2026.     
 
Newton Hall Infants’ School
Langley Road, Durham, DH1 5LP
 
Tel: 0191 3861203
Email: newtonhall@durhamlearning.net
 

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £25,185- £25,989 (Pro rata)

Location: Durham, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant