Jobs

Hours on site may vary due to training and meeting commitments- Staff are typically expected on site 8:30am - 4:15pm.
Term time plus 2 weeks
Required to start as soon as possible.
 
The Woodlands is seeking to appoint 3 experienced, enthusiastic, and highly motivated Grade 6 Enhanced Teaching Assistants to join The Bridge Team, currently based in Lanchester.
 
The Bridge provides specialist support for pupils who are at risk of permanent exclusion, as well as those who have been permanently excluded and are working towards successful reintegration into mainstream education.
 
The service supports young people to overcome barriers to learning, improve engagement, and develop the skills and behaviours needed to achieve positive educational outcomes.

As an Enhanced Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils both academically and with their behaviour and emotional regulation. This will include providing targeted support within lessons, helping pupils access the curriculum, promoting engagement in learning, and delivering interventions that address individual learning, behavioural, and emotional needs. You will work closely with teachers and other professionals to ensure pupils make progress and are well prepared for a successful return to mainstream education where appropriate.
 
Pupils are referred to The Bridge through the Secondary Behaviour and Inclusion Panels, which operate across County Durham. Working as part of a dedicated and supportive team, you will contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where young people can rebuild confidence, develop positive relationships, regulate their emotions effectively, re-engage with education, and achieve their full potential.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants who are passionate about inclusion, behaviour support, and helping vulnerable pupils succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
 
Please contact Helen Atkins for further discussions regarding the post
h.atkins200@woodlandsdurham.net
Tel:01740 656040.
 
Please see ‘Supporting Documents’ for additional information.
 
Completed applications to be submitted to: d.armstrong149@woodlandsdurham.net
 
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 Wednesday 7th October 2026 12 noon.
Interview date: TBC
 
The Woodlands
Broom Road, Ferryhill,  DL17 8AN
 
Tel: 01740 656040
Email: d.armstrong149@woodlandsdurham.net
 

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £29,071- £32,046 pro rata

Location: Ferryhill, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant