Teaching Assistant - initially in EY

Connected Local Government; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for Early Years to support students in the classroom. The position is part-time, covering 30 hours a week during term time. Applicants should be motivated individuals with excellent classroom skills and a passion for nurturing children's development. This role begins in January 2026 until August 2026, offering a salary between £25,185 - £25,989 pro rata. Visits to the school are encouraged for interested applicants.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Exceptional qualifications in working with children.
• Eagerness to engage fully in all school activities.
• Ability to quickly adopt new initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups throughout the day.

Skills

Motivated and skillful

Excellent classroom practice

High expectations

Teamwork

Adaptability

Sense of humour

Job description

Teaching Assistant (initially in Early Years)
Grade 3
Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 (pro rata)
Temporary, Term time only plus 2 weeks
Part time, 9.00am‑3.30pm, 30 hours per week
Required from January 2026 until 31 August 2026
Required for January 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

We are looking to appoint an outstanding Teaching Assistant to join our teaching team in EYFS to support individuals and possibly small groups where required throughout the day.

We are looking to appoint someone who:

• Is an exceptional, motivated and skillful person who is passionate and reflective about their work
• Can demonstrate excellent classroom practice with high standards of teaching and learning which values all children
• Has very high expectations of all children and themselves
• Is able to work well as part of a team
• Is willing to participate fully in all aspects of school life
• Is quick to take on new initiatives
• Is flexible and has a good sense of humour.

The post is open to those newly qualifying, as well as those with more experience. Please make special reference to any skills or qualities that you consider particularly relevant to an inclusive school. If you are this kind of person we would like to hear from you.

Visits to the school are most welcome – telephone the Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher on 01833 660334.

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.

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.

Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS / CRB Enhanced Disclosure.

This post is open to job share.

Calculation of term time only plus two weeks’ pay:

• Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks;
• Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days);
• Two additional weeks, inclusive of CPD – 2 weeks;
• 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:
  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.
  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.

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

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 and providing reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Closing date: 7 January 2026

Interview date: W/C 15 January 2026

Staindrop Church of England Primary School
Black Swan Wynd
Staindrop
Co Durham
DL2 3NL

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