Teaching Assistant Level 2 – Nursery provision - The Rydal Academy (Northern Arch Learning Partnersh

Darlington Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house coaching

Professional development

Supportive team

Excellent curriculum

Job summary

The Rydal Academy within the Northern Arch Learning Partnership in Darlington is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 for Nursery provision on a fixed-term contract until 21 July 2027. The post is full-time 37 hours per week across 39 working weeks (term time plus 5 days) with a salary range of £27,505.33–£28,885.33 (NJC Band 7, points 14-17).

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled practitioner to join a large, diverse primary school and nursery, who can support all pupil groups and

Responsibilities

• Support Nursery to Year 6 including SEND and pastoral support roles
• Provide in-house coaching and mentoring to staff

Job description

Teaching Assistant Level 2 – Nursery provision - The Rydal Academy (Northern Arch Learning Partnersh

Teaching Assistant Level 2 andndash; Nursery provision

Fixed term until 21st July 2027

Full-time 37 hours per week, 39 working weeks,

(Term time plus 5 days, 47 paid weeks including holiday)

NJC Band 7, point 14-17, and£27,505.33– and£28,885.33 (actual salary)

To start January 2027

We require an enthusiastic and skilled Teaching Assistant to join our Nursery team in a large, unique and diverse primary school and nursery which puts pupils and the school community at its heart. We are looking for a creative, adaptable and reflective practitioner who uses the latest research to support all pupil groups.

In return we can offer:

• the opportunity to experience a number of roles including supporting Nursery to Year 6, SEND support, and pastoral support roles
• high quality in-house coaching and mentoring
• access to a wide range of professional development opportunities
• a skilled, supportive and experienced team
• an exceptional curriculum
• a highly supportive and collaborative staff
• amazing children

For further information or to discuss the post please contact Mr John Armitage, Headteacher 01325 380784 or by e-mail to [e-mail].

Information for applicants, including the job description and person specification for this role and an on-line application form, can be viewed at https://nalp.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies If you have any difficulties completing the on-line application form, please contact Sam Recruit on 01924 907319 or the People Team on [e-mail].

Closing date: Midday, Monday 23rd November 2026

Interviews: Friday 4th December 2026

Northern Arch Learning Partnership and its partner schools are passionate about safeguarding the welfare of pupils and maximising their life chances. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work.

Company: Darlington Borough Council Salary: £20,001 to £30,000 a year Hours: Part-time Location: Darlington, DL1 5QT Job type: Contract Posting date: 12 Nov 2026 Closing date: 23 Nov 2026

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