Enhanced Teaching Assistant
Job Summary
Contract Type: Term-time only (permanent)
Working Pattern: 37 hours per week, term-time (plus 10 days)
Advert Start Date: 26/08/2026
Advert End Date: 02/09/2026 at 12 noon
Salary: Grade 5 (£25,584 – £27,711) pro rata
Job Category: Schools – Teaching Assistant
Vacancy ID:
Employment Location: Ropery Walk Primary School
Number of Posts: 1
Closing Date: 2nd September 2026
FURTHER INFORMATION
Enhanced Teaching Assistant (Grade 5)
30 hours per week; Term-time only + 2 weeks
Grade 5
Permanent
The Headteacher and Governors of Ropey Walk Primary School are seeking to appoint a skilled, caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is prepared to be flexible with work across any age range from Early Years to KS2.
We are looking for a motivated, dedicated individual who will work as part of our committed, happy team to help continue to raise standards and meet pupils’ needs.
The successful candidate will:
• Be able to support with all aspects of teaching and learning
• Be an excellent, reflective practitioner who sets high expectations for all pupils
• Be a team player who works well and communicates effectively with all colleagues,
• Have excellent literacy and numeracy skills
• Be willing to involve themselves in the wider life of the school
• Be proficient and knowledgeable in supporting children with SEND
We can offer:
• a dedicated, skilled team of staff
• a happy, caring and friendly school where the safety of all our children is paramount
• enthusiastic children who love to learn
Visits to the school are encouraged and can be made by contacting the school office on 0191 5813959 or p2000.admin@durhamlerning.net
Application packs are available from and returnable to the school office or via email, and should be returned by Wednesday 2nd September 2026, no later than 12 noon.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from the Criminal Records Bureau. If you have the ability to inspire, champion and challenge our children to achieve their full potential, we would welcome your application.
Closing Date: Wednesday 2nd September 2026
Interviews: Thursday 3rd September 2026