Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Durham County Council; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support their dedicated team. This full-time, term-time position offers a salary between £29,093 and £32,654, with responsibilities including assisting teachers and managing classroom activities, essential for creating an engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold Early Years qualifications.
• Ability to converse in accurate spoken English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering high-quality education.
• Assist in managing classroom activities and promoting positive behavior.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Qualification meeting 'full and relevant' criteria for Early Years

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Grade 7 £29,093 - £32,654 pro rata
Full Time, Term Time Only + 2 weeks
Temporary – required from 1st September 2025 until 31st August 2026

The Governors and Headteacher of Dean Bank Primary & Nursery School are seeking to appoint a talented, enthusiastic and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant to become part of the team. We are a welcoming and supportive school dedicated to achieving the best for our pupils.

Electronic application packs are available from the school office, please e-mail:
[e-mail]

Application forms must be returned to the Headteacher via email to [e-mail]

Completed forms should be returned to school by 12 noon on Monday 16th June 2025
Shortlisting: Monday 16th June 2025
Interviews: Monday 23rd June 2025

Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office.
Wednesday 4th June 2025 at 4:00pm
Wednesday 11th June 2025 at 4:00pm

Applicants must hold a qualification that meets the approved ‘full and relevant’ criteria for Early Years qualifications and inclusion in staffing ratios.

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

Calculation of term time only plus two weeks’ pay

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

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.

Dean Bank Primary School
Dean Bank,
Ferryhill,
Co. Durham,
DL17 8PP

Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: https://deanbank.durham.sch.uk/

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