Enhanced Teaching Assistant

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Byerley Park Primary School in Newton Aycliffe is seeking a highly motivated teaching assistant to join our dedicated team. The role is temporary, part-time (16.25 hours/week), term-time plus 2 weeks, with hours 9:00–12:15 and afternoons negotiable.

The successful candidate will support in class, assist with individuals and groups, cover classes when needed, and work well with children with SEND needs. Eligibility includes 5 GCSEs A-C including English/Maths and a TA qualification.

Qualifications

• Has experience of working with individuals and groups of children and supporting in class.
• Has experience of covering a whole class in the absence of a teacher.
• Has experience of working with children with SEND needs.

Responsibilities

• Support in class and with individuals and groups of children.
• Cover a whole class in the teacher's absence.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, dedication and commitment to the school.

Skills

Classroom support

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Time management

English & Maths

Communication skills

Team player

Independent worker

Education

5 GCSEs A–C including English & Maths

CACHE Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 TA

Job description

Temporary post required as soon as possible until 31/08/27, Part‑time 16.25 hours per week. Mon - Fri - 9.00 - 12.15, Afternoon hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Term time only plus 2 weeks.

The Head Teacher and Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, caring, creative, enthusiastic and experienced teaching assistant to join our dedicated team in as soon as possible.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of working with individuals and groups of children as well as supporting in class.
• Has experience of covering a whole classs in the absence of a teacher.
• Has experience of working with children with a range of SEND needs.
• Shows enthusiasm, dedication and commitment to the role and the school as a whole.
• Has high expectations and a drive to succeed.
• Has the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Demonstrates excellent behaviour management skills
• Is highly organised and has good time management skills
• Demonstrates good English and Mathematics skills
• Has excellent communication skills, both oral and written

The successful candidate must have 5 x GCSE grades A-C, including English and Maths, (or equivalent). CACHE Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure DBS check.

Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.

This post is not open to job share.

In return, we can offer you:

• A friendly and welcoming school community
• A community where relationships are built on mutual respect
• A supportive, dynamic and forward thinking Leadership Team

Closing date: Friday 2nd October 2026 at 9.00am
Shortlisting date: Friday 2nd October 2026.
Interview date: Thursday 8th October 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Term time only plus two additional weeks’ pay is calculated on the basis of the following:

• Number of 'teaching' weeks - 38 weeks; plus
• Public (bank) holidays - 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus
• Two additional weeks, inclusive of CPD - 2 weeks; plus
• Individual leave entitlement - 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days)

Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less than 5 years’ service will receive 27 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years’ service will receive 32 days annual leave. For example:
Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service:
40 weeks (term time plus 2) + 27 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 47 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
Calculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service:
40 weeks (term time plus 2) + 32 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 48 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments

Byerley Park Primary School
Greenfield Way
Newton Aycliffe
Co. Durham
DL5 7LE

Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.byerleyparkprimaryschool.co.uk

Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £27,274 - £29,542 pro rata

Location: Newton Aycliffe, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant