Health Care and Education Assistant

Durham County Council; Stanley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority based in the United Kingdom seeks a passionate Health Care and Education Assistant at Croft Community School. This role is perfect for those eager to make a difference in the lives of children with additional needs. Permanent and temporary positions are available, with a salary ranging from £24,796 to £25,185 pro rata. Strong English communication skills are essential. Application forms must be submitted by October 6, 2025.

Benefits

Annual leave of up to 32 days

Public holidays

Qualifications

• The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Skills

Conversational English

Job description

Overview

Health Care and Education Assistant — Grade 2 £24,796 - £25,185 pro rata. Full time, term time only. Permanent and Temporary positions available. Required as soon as possible.

This post is based at Croft Community School which is a generic special school for pupils who have moderate, severe, or profound and multiple learning difficulties or Autism Spectrum Conditions.

About the post

The Governors are offering a mix of permanent and temporary maternity cover positions, ideal for individuals passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs.

Application process

Application forms and an information pack are available from and returnable to Rebecca Wright, Administration Assistant, Croft Community School, Greencroft Road End, Annfield Plain, Stanley, DH9 8PR or by email [e-mail]

Completed applications should be returned to Rebecca Wright at the above by noon on Monday 6th October 2025.

Requirements

• The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
• In line with the County Council’s Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note we are unable to accept CV’s. Any information provided on CV’s will not be considered for shortlisting purposes.
• Croft Community School is maintained by Durham County Council which is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are welcome from applicants from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.

Pay, leave and terms

• Standard term time only 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
• 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.
• Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service: 38 weeks (term time) + 27 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: 38 weeks (term time) + 32 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 46 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments.

Contact

Croft Community School
Greencroft Road Ends,
Annfield Plain
Stanley
DH9 8PR

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

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