Teaching Assistant

Hillingdon Manor School; North East; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Strawberry Lane School in Durham is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team and help children with additional needs grow in confidence, independence and a love of learning. You will work alongside teachers, therapists and pastoral staff to create a nurturing environment where every pupil can thrive.

We value commitment, warmth and the ability to support students to achieve more than they thought possible.

Job description

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Teaching Assistant

• Permanent

Salary: £22,160.62 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work!

Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Strawberry Lane School, Durham,DH6 5BE
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only - no sponsorship available

About the Role

At Strawberry Lane School, every day is an opportunity to make a lasting difference. We're looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team and help children and young people with additional needs achieve more than they ever thought possible.

This is much more than a classroom support role. You'll work alongside teachers, therapists and pastoral staff to create a safe, engaging and nurturing environment where every pupil is encouraged to grow in confidence, develop independence and enjoy learning.

If you're passionate about helping young people succeed and want a rewarding career where every day matters, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support pupils on a