Dynamic Teaching Assistant — Special School, PD

Durham County Council; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Villa Real School is seeking a dynamic Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 2–19 with SLD, PMLD and Autism. Join a dedicated team in a school that values an inclusive, bespoke curriculum and a supportive ethos.

The role involves working within a multi-professional team, assisting with educational programmes, and contributing to pupil progress reviews. Temporary post with term-time plus additional pay weeks, aligned to school calendars.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with pupils with high needs is desirable.
• Ability to work within a multi-professional team.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-professional team to meet the needs of pupils attending Villa Real School.
• Support teachers by carrying out educational programmes with individuals or groups.
• Contribute to assessments, reviews and discussions on pupil progress.
• Supervise and support on meal times, communication targets, moving and handling plans, and behaviour plans as directed by the teacher.
• Participate in school-based and external professional development.

Job description

Villa Real School is seeking a dynamic Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 2–19 with SLD, PMLD and Autism. Join a dedicated team in a school that values an inclusive, bespoke curriculum and a supportive ethos.

The role involves working within a multi-professional team, assisting with educational programmes, and contributing to pupil progress reviews. Temporary post with term-time plus additional pay weeks, aligned to school calendars.