At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with special needs and enhance their learning experience.
- Company: Villa Real School, a caring and inclusive environment for all ages.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to inclusive education and community support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience with special needs education and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 26427 - 26427 £ per year.
Villa Real School is an all age 2 to 19 years Special School with pupils with SLD, PMLD and Autism. The Governors are seeking to employ a dynamic and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to enhance the care and support in our school, who has knowledge of students with a high level of need. A rare opportunity has arisen within our fantastic special school. We are seeking an ambitious Teaching Assistant to complement our class teams.
Villa Real is a truly wonderful place to work. It is a special place to visit and provides the children and families it supports great opportunities. Our children are taught via a bespoke curriculum that meets their needs. We offer a happy, caring and stimulating environment, where everybody is welcomed and respected. Our ethos and core values support this model and are lived out in the daily work of the school and within the community.
Our ambition, and yours, will be that Villa Real will continue to be a centre of excellence for promoting the latest inclusive practices within education; locally, regionally and nationally. Our pupils deserve an education that will change their lives and give them the opportunity to fulfil their full potential, and in turn the special candidate will enjoy a fulfilling career, releasing your potential and maximising your impact in a forward thinking and innovative ethos.
Responsibilities include:
- Work as part of a multi-professional team to meet the needs of pupils and students attending Villa Real School.
- Behave in a professional way at all times in keeping with the vision and ethos of the school.
- Work with individuals or groups of pupils carrying out educational programmes, as directed by the teacher.
- Make contributions to assessments, reviews and discussions on pupil’s achievements and developments.
- Manage the Support Assistants (SA) on eating and feeding programmes, communication targets, moving and handling plans, medical management plans, behaviour management plans and toilet training programmes as directed by the teacher.
- During breaks, supervise pupils and direct the SA in the supervision of pupils.
- Take a full part in both school based and externally provided professional development.
- Work in any department of the school when necessary and as directed by the Senior Management Team.
- Carry out other duties or responsibilities as required by the Head Teacher which contribute to the smooth running of the classroom or the school as a whole.
Term time only plus two additional weeks’ pay is calculated on the basis of the following:
- Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks;
- Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days);
- Two additional weeks, inclusive of CPD – 2 weeks;
- 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.
Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure.
Closing date: 25th September 2026 at 9am
Interview dates: 1st & 2nd October 2026
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Middlesbrough Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and community-driven work environment where civic engagement is at the heart of our mission. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth, a strong commitment to public service, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the local community. With a focus on collaboration and positive relationships, working here means being part of a team that values your contributions and fosters civic pride in Middlesbrough.
