Teaching Assistant

Temporary Contract until August 31st 2027
Full Time- Term Time + 2 weeks
Start date to be agreed with Headteacher

Framwellgate Moor Primary is an Outstanding school who seeks to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work in our fabulous school.  The candidates should be enthusiastic and committed to support pupils across the school.

We are looking for Teaching Assistants to either:

•         Support our SEN provision
•         Support in Early Years
•         Support in Key Stage 1/2

The successful candidate will:

• Be creative, enthusiastic practioner who brings their own style and skills to support SEN pupils with complex needs.
• Be a caring and understanding person who enjoys working with children and who is committed to supporting high standards and enjoyment of adapting learning to meet the needs of all of our children.
• Have the ability to work in a close team to achieve the best for our children and school community.
• Have a desire to be involved in all aspects of school life.

Essential Experience: Been employed or have significant voluntary work experience working with children.

The Application form and Job Description are attached to this Job Advertisement. If you require a paper copy please email the following address [email removed] or contact the school. 

In line with the County Council’s Recruitment and Selection policy, please note we are unable to accept CVs.  Any information provided on CVs will not be considered for short-listing purposes.

Please use the Essential Criteria to ensure that you meet the needs of the school.

This post is not open to job share.

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.

Shortlisted candidates will be offered a tour with Mrs Smith on Wednesday 18th November 2026 at 4pm.

Closing date:  Friday 13th November 2026 at 12 noon
Observed Activities: Wednesday 18th – Monday 23rd November 2026 
Interviews: Wednesday 25th November 2026

Framwellgate Moor Primary School
Newton Drive
Framwellgate Moor
Durham
DH1 5BG

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Email: [email removed]

Attachments

• Job Description- Teaching Assistant - Framwellgate Moor Primary School.docx
• Person Specification- Teaching Assistant- Framwellgate Moor Primary School.docx
• Application Form - Support Staff.docx