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  • Closing date

    16 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    24 December 2025

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time: 37 hours per week Mondays: 8:30am - 5:00pm Tuesdays - Thursdays: 8:30am - 4:30pm Fridays: 8:30am - 4:00pm

Contract type

Fixed term - Various temporary contracts available

Pay scale

Band 4 SCP 6 - £23,390.10 pa (actual salary)

What skills and experience we're looking for

ROLE: Level 1 Teaching Assistant (1 to 1s)

HOURS:37 hours (Full Time)

SALARY:£23,390.10 pa (actual salary)

WEEKS PER YEAR:Term Time +1 Week

CONTRACT STATUS:Multiple Temporary Roles


As a Teaching Assistant, you will work under the guidance of teaching staff to provide support for pupils in the classroom. Your role will include:

  • Supporting pupils’ learning and personal development.
  • Assisting with classroom preparation and organisation.
  • Promoting inclusion and positive behaviour.
  • Helping pupils develop independence and confidence.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
  • Is committed to supporting children’s learning and wellbeing.
  • Can work effectively as part of a team and communicate well with pupils and staff.

Why Join Us?

At Marchbank Free School, we value our staff and provide:

  • A supportive and friendly working environment.
  • Opportunities for training and professional development.
  • The chance to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils.


What the school offers its staff

Free car parking on site (all sites)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Reimbursement for flu vaccines

24/7 EAP Service

Occupational Health

Enhanced Family Friendly Schemes

Access to additional leave benefits (compassionate leave, dependent leave)

Incremental pay progression

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Education Village Academy Trust (EVAT) is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. You will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure check and Disqualification declaration.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.

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Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Marchbank Free School

Organisation type
Free School, ages 5 to 11
Size
63 pupils enrolled
Age range
5 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01325248161

Marchbank Free School is part of The Education Village Academy Trust family of schools. Established to cater for primary aged children with Social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties, the free school is situated in a beautiful red brick building in magnificent grounds in Darlington but serving the Northeast region.

Arranging a visit to Marchbank Free School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email PeopleTeam@educationvillage.org.uk.

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