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Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Marchbank Free School, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 9BL

23 days remaining to apply

• 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: Monday - Friday Term Time plus One Week 37 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Band 8 SCP 19 - 23: £28,854.90 – £30,990.60 actual salary per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a Level 3 Teaching Assistant on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic committed person who will help us deliver a high-quality learning environment for students with a variety of challenging needs. Working as part of a team of staff providing support to students of all abilities, duties will include assisting the teacher in the delivery of the curriculum, care and welfare of pupils and small group work.

If you feel you have the ability drive and determination to make a difference to the young people within this special school, this is an excellent opportunity for a talented and dedicated candidate.

For further information regarding the role, please contact the People Team using PeopleTeam@educationvillage.org.uk

The Education Village Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and Disqualification disclosure (if applicable).

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education , 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.

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.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

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

Level 3 Teaching Assistant (MFS) JDSP July 2025.pdf - 147 KB (opens in new tab)

About Marchbank Free School

• School type: Free School, ages 5 to 11
• School size: 55 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Marchbank Free School website
• Email address: lhela@educationvillage.org.uk
• Phone number: 01325248161
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/marchbank-free-school

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 lhela@educationvillage.org.uk.

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