Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Heathfield Primary School (Lingfield Education Trust)

Darlington Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Heathfield Primary School, part of Lingfield Education Trust, is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support learners across all year groups, from Early Years to Year 6. The role involves 1:1 and group support within class settings, helping to raise learning outcomes and foster positive relationships.

The post is permanent, 30 hours per week, term-time only, with a salary band of SCP 14-17 (£21,827–£22,922). Closing date: 1 December 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience of working across the primary age range.
• Loves working with children of all abilities; able to form positive relationships quickly.
• Can lead by example and embody the school ethos and motto.
• Works well as part of a team and supports a positive working environment.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will work across all year groups, from Early Years to Year 6, supporting pupils 1:1 or in groups within the class setting.
• You will be helping to improve the quality of learning for all students.

Skills

Primary education experience

Job description

Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Heathfield Primary School (Lingfield Education Trust)

Band 7 (SCP 14 andndash; SCP 17) andpound;21,827 - andpound;22,922 (Actual Salary)

Contract:

30 hours per week - Term time only

Required:

January 2027

Contract:

Permanent

Telephone: [phone]

Would you like to take on a new opportunity and make a difference to our young people?

Do you have a genuine desire to create something extraordinary for the children in our care? If so, Heathfield Primary School may just be looking for you.

Heathfield Primary is a successful school with high aspirations, able to fully support our children in their learning and growth. We have wonderful children who are supported and nurtured by a hardworking

teaching and support team in a positive and innovative working environment.

The successful candidate will be working across all year groups, from Early Years to Year 6. You will be supporting the pupils on either a 1:1/group basis or within the class setting, improving the quality of

learning for all.

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience of working across the primary age range.

Loves working with children of all abilities; being able to forge positive relationships quickly.

Can lead by example and will embody our school motto.

Works well as team and will embrace our school ethos.

If this sounds like you and a role that you would enjoy, please look carefully at the following materials and complete the application form.

Lingfield Education Trust and Heathfield Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS

clearance (certificate of disclosure form from the Disclosure and Barring Service). Pre-employment checks including an online and social media search (KCSIE) will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed.

Application packs are available from the school office . Please email Charlotte MacKenzie at

[e-mail] or phone the school to request an application pack on 01325 252144. All completed application packs must be returned directly to the school or emailed and marked for the attention of the Charlotte MacKenzie, School Business Manager.

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the Charlotte MacKenzie, School Business Manager.

Closing Date: Tuesday 24th November 2026 at 9am

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Heathfield Primary School (Lingfield Education Trust)

Company: Darlington Borough Council Salary: £20,001 to £30,000 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Darlington, DL1 5QT Job type: Permanent Posting date: 5 Nov 2026 Closing date: 1 Dec 2026

Summary

Heathfield Primary School

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Pay Scale:

Band 7 (SCP 14 andndash; SCP 17) andpound;21,827 - andpound;22,922 (Actual Salary)

Contract:

30 hours per week - Term time only

Required:

January 2027

Contract:

Permanent

www.heathfieldprimary.com

Telephone: [phone]

Would you like to take on a new opportunity and make a difference to our young people?

Do you have a genuine desire to create something extraordinary for the children in our care? If so, Heathfield Primary School may just be looking for you.

Heathfield Primary is a successful school with high aspirations, able to fully support our children in their learning and growth. We have wonderful children who are supported and nurtured by a hardworking

teaching and support team in a positive and innovative working environment.

The successful candidate will be working across all year groups, from Early Years to Year 6. You will be supporting the pupils on either a 1:1/group basis or within the class setting, improving the quality of

learning for all.

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience of working across the primary age range.

Loves working with children of all abilities; being able to forge positive relationships quickly.

Can lead by example and will embody our school motto.

Works well as team and will embrace our school ethos.

If this sounds like you and a role that you would enjoy, please look carefully at the following materials and complete the application form.

Lingfield Education Trust and Heathfield Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS

clearance (certificate of disclosure form from the Disclosure and Barring Service). Pre-employment checks including an online and social media search (KCSIE) will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed.

Application packs are available from the school office . Please email Charlotte MacKenzie at

[e-mail] or phone the school to request an application pack on 01325 252144. All completed application packs must be returned directly to the school or emailed and marked for the attention of the Charlotte MacKenzie, School Business Manager.

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the Charlotte MacKenzie, School Business Manager.

Interviews: Tuesday 1st December 2026

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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