Teaching Assistant - SEND
South Hetton Primary, Durham, DH6 2TJ17 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
22 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
5 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time: Grade 4 (SCP 5-8) £25,583-£26,824 pro-rata for term time Fixed Term Contract South Hetton Primary School 32.5 hrs per week
Contract type
- Fixed term - 10 months
Pay scale
- Grade 4 (SCP 5-8) £25,583–£26,824 per annum (pro-rata - Term Time working)
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will:
• have experience of supporting teaching and learning in the classroom (1:1 and small groups).
• demonstrate the highest standards of classroom practice.
• be responsive, flexible and sensitive to the differing needs of pupils. Particularly those with SEND.
• monitor behaviour and work in accordance with EHCP’s.
• communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
• use ICT competently both in classroom practice and for own professional work.
• build and sustain effective working relationships with all members of the school community.
• work flexibly with a commitment to continuity and quality of education.
• be focused and driven to ensure that all children fulfil their potential.
• be innovative and seek to continually develop.
What the school offers its staff
Employee benefits include: -
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discounts
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities
Further information about the job
Grade 4 (SCP 5-8) £25,583-£26,824 pro-rata for term time Fixed Term Contract South Hetton Primary School 32.5 hrs per week South Hetton Primary School is one of seven schools which form part of Tudhoe Learning Trust. We are seeking to appoint a competent and experienced Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND in the classroom.
The position will be supporting pupils with additional needs i.e. autism, PDA and ADHD. both 1:1 and in small groups.
The successful candidate will be available to work from 8.30am until 3.30pm Monday to Friday during
term time. The post will commence on 1st September 2026 until 21st July 2027 due to funding.
For more information about the role, school or Trust please contact Mrs Nicola Mayo, Head Teacher on 0191 5261662. Applications will only be considered on a Trust application form, which are available from the Trust website. Application forms should be returned to the Trust HR Manager via email at recruitment@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk.
Tudhoe Learning Trust is committed to providing opportunity for all and creating a balanced and diverse workforce that represents the communities it serves. Applications from all communities are positively welcomed. Applicants who identify themselves as disabled will receive an interview provided, they meet minimum criteria. The Trust is committed to promoting the welfare and safeguarding all of children in its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches and these posts are subject to satisfactory references, and you will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS.
Calculation of term time only
Term time only plus is calculated based on the following:
• Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 39 weeks; plus
• Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus
• Individual leave entitlement - 5.4 weeks (26 days) or 6.4 weeks (31 days)
Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less
than 5 years’ service will receive 26 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years’ service will
receive 31 days annual leave. For example:
Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service:
39 weeks (term time) + 26 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 45 weeks’ pay, to be paid in
12 equal monthly instalments
Calculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service:
39 weeks (term time) + 31 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 46 weeks’ pay, to be paid in
12 equal monthly instalments
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About South Hetton Primary
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 196 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk
Arranging a visit to South Hetton Primary
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk.
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