Teaching Assistant

South Hetton Primary, Durham, DH6 2TJ

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  6 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  22 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: SOUTH HETTON PRIMARY SCHOOL Grade 4 (SCP 5-8) £25,583-£26,824 per annum (pro-rata for term-time working) Permanent 32.5hrs per week We are seeking to appoint a qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant to join our team at South Hetton Primary School on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be available to work from 8.30am until 3.30pm Monday-Friday during term time. The role is due to commence on 1st September 2026.
• Contract type: Permanent
• 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 applicant must be able to meet the essential criteria for the role:

• Experience of supporting teaching and learning in the classroom.

• Demonstrate the highest standards of classroom practice.

• Be responsive, flexible, and sensitive to the differing needs of pupils including those with SEN.

• 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

• Onsite parking

• Simplyhealth

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Employee discounts

• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities

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.

Closing date for applications: 6th July 2026 (noon) Interviews will be held on: 13th July 2026

For more information about the role, school or Trust please contact Mrs. Nicola Mayo, Head Teacher on 0191 5261662.

Visits to the school may be arranged via the school office. Applications will only be considered on a Trust application form. An application pack for the post is available via the Tudhoe Learning 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.

TA Grade 4 JDPS June 26.pdf - 134 KB (opens in new tab)

TA Advert SHP June 26.pdf - 224 KB (opens in new tab)

About South Hetton Primary

• School type: Academy, 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
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/south-hetton-primary

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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