Jobs

Teaching Assistant x2
Temporary Contract until 31st August 2027 Subject to funding related to the child.
Required to start 1st September 2026.
 
The Governors and Headteacher of Dean Bank Primary & Nursery School are seeking to appoint x2 talented, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants to become part of the team. We are a welcoming and supportive school dedicated to achieving the best for our pupils.
 
Electronic application packs are available from the school office, please e-mail: 
deanbank@durhamlearning.net
 
Application forms must be returned to the Headteacher via email to deanbank@durhamlearning.net
 
Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office.
 
In line with the County Council’s Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Any information provided on CVs will not be considered for short listing purposes.
 
Where our roles are customer facing and you are required to speak to members of the public, 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.
 
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. 
 
This post is not open to job share.
 
Calculation of term time only plus ten 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.
 
Completed forms should be returned to school by 12 noon on Friday 12th June 2026
Shortlisting: Friday 12th June 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 17th June 2026
 
Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School 
Dean Bank, Ferryhill, Co. Durham, DL17 8PP
 
Tel: 01740651512
Email: deanbank@durhamlearning.net 
 

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 Pro rata

Location: Ferryhill, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant