Job Description

Teaching Assistant

Grade 3 25,185 - 25,989 pro rata

Full Time, Term Time + 2 Weeks

Temporary - required as soon as possible until 31st August 2026



The Governors of Tanfield Lea Community Primary School are keen to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work mainly with our SEND pupils particularly within the Early Years Team.

This position is a full-time temporary post until 31 August 2026, in the first instance.




The post is for someone who can work collaboratively with teaching staff in the whole planning cycle and management/ preparation of resources; to support learning to individuals/small groups to enable access to learning for SEND pupils; and to encourage pupils to become independent learners, to provide support for their welfare and to support the inclusion of pupils in all aspects of school life.


This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of our team.



We are looking for someone who:

is dynamic and innovative; is committed to excellence, enjoyment and fun in learning; and has a hard working, positive, can do attitude to school life.



And in return we will offer:

an inclusive school with happy, well behaved children who enjoy learning; a supportive staff; a staff team committed to high standards; a commitment to continuous professional development; and a very supportive Governing Body.



If you would like an opportunity to visit the school, we have two available dates on Monday 20 October 2025 at 4.00 pm or Friday 24 October 2025 at 4.00 pm.


Please contact the school office to arrange.



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



Closing date: Monday 3 November 2025


Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 12 November 2025

Interview date: Tuesday 18 November 2025



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.



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



Tanfield Lea Community Primary School

Tanfield Lea,


Stanley,


Co Durham,


DH9 9LU



Tel: 01207 234500

Email: tanfieldlea@durhamlearning.net

Website: www.tanfieldlea-primary.durham.sch.uk