Teaching Assistant - SEND (Maternity Cover)
| Posting date: | 22 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 June 2026 |
| Location: | Spennymoor, County Durham, DL16 6TJ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | faee213b-1a01-4c3c-8f18-cf15059ff397 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Tudhoe Colliery Primary School is one of seven schools which form part of Tudhoe Learning Trust. We are seeking to appoint a competent and experienced Teaching Assistant. We are seeking to appoint a qualified Teaching Assistant experienced in supporting pupils with SEND in the classroom. The position will be supporting pupils 1:1 with additional needs i.e. autism, MLD, ADHD on a fixed term basis.
The successful candidate will be available to work from 8.30am until 3.30pm Monday to Friday during term time. The post will commence on 1st September 2026 until 17th February 2027 (maternity cover). The successful candidate will:
• have experience of supporting teaching and learning in the classroom (1:1 and small groups).
• demonstrate the highest standards of classroom practice.
• be responsive, flexible and sensitive to the differing needs of pupils. Particularly those with SEND.
• monitor behaviour and work in accordance with EHCP’s.
• communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
• use ICT competently both in classroom practice and for own professional work.
• build and sustain effective working relationships with all members of the school community.
• work flexibly with a commitment to continuity and quality of education.
• be focused and driven to ensure that all children fulfil their potential.
• be innovative and seek to continually develop.
What the school offers its staff
Employee benefits include: -
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discounts
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities
Further details about the role
Closing date for applications: 9th June 2026 (noon) Interviews will be held on: 16th June 2026 For more information about the role, school or Trust please contact Miss Allison Boustead, Head Teacher on 01388 814399.
Applications will only be considered on a Trust application form, which are available from the Trust website. Application forms should be returned to the Trust HR Manager via email at recruitment@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk. Tudhoe Learning Trust is committed to providing opportunity for all and creating a balanced and diverse workforce that represents the communities it serves. Applications from all communities are positively welcomed. Applicants who identify themselves as disabled will receive an interview provided, they meet minimum criteria. The Trust is committed to promoting the welfare and safeguarding all of children in its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches and these posts are subject to satisfactory references, and you will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS.
Calculation of term time only Term time only plus is calculated based on the following:
• Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 39 weeks; plus
• Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus
• Individual leave entitlement - 5.4 weeks (26 days) or 6.4 weeks (31 days) Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less than 5 years’ service will receive 26 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years’ service will receive 31 days annual leave. For example: Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service: 39 weeks (term time) + 26 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 45 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments Calculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service: 39 weeks (term time) + 31 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 46 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Tudhoe Colliery Primary School is one of seven schools which form part of Tudhoe Learning Trust. We are seeking to appoint a competent and experienced Teaching Assistant. We are seeking to appoint a qualified Teaching Assistant experienced in supporting pupils with SEND in the classroom. The position will be supporting pupils 1:1 with additional needs i.e. autism, MLD, ADHD on a fixed term basis.
The successful candidate will be available to work from 8.30am until 3.30pm Monday to Friday during term time. The post will commence on 1st September 2026 until 17th February 2027 (maternity cover). The successful candidate will:
• have experience of supporting teaching and learning in the classroom (1:1 and small groups).
• demonstrate the highest standards of classroom practice.
• be responsive, flexible and sensitive to the differing needs of pupils. Particularly those with SEND.
• monitor behaviour and work in accordance with EHCP’s.
• communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
• use ICT competently both in classroom practice and for own professional work.
• build and sustain effective working relationships with all members of the school community.
• work flexibly with a commitment to continuity and quality of education.
• be focused and driven to ensure that all children fulfil their potential.
• be innovative and seek to continually develop.
What the school offers its staff
Employee benefits include: -
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discounts
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities
Further details about the role
Closing date for applications: 9th June 2026 (noon) Interviews will be held on: 16th June 2026 For more information about the role, school or Trust please contact Miss Allison Boustead, Head Teacher on 01388 814399.
Applications will only be considered on a Trust application form, which are available from the Trust website. Application forms should be returned to the Trust HR Manager via email at recruitment@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk. Tudhoe Learning Trust is committed to providing opportunity for all and creating a balanced and diverse workforce that represents the communities it serves. Applications from all communities are positively welcomed. Applicants who identify themselves as disabled will receive an interview provided, they meet minimum criteria. The Trust is committed to promoting the welfare and safeguarding all of children in its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches and these posts are subject to satisfactory references, and you will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS.
Calculation of term time only Term time only plus is calculated based on the following:
• Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 39 weeks; plus
• Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus
• Individual leave entitlement - 5.4 weeks (26 days) or 6.4 weeks (31 days) Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less than 5 years’ service will receive 26 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years’ service will receive 31 days annual leave. For example: Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service: 39 weeks (term time) + 26 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 45 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments Calculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service: 39 weeks (term time) + 31 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 46 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.