The Link School - Teaching Assistant


Company:	Sunderland City Council
Salary:	£20,001 to £30,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Sunderland, SR1 3AA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Sept 2026
Closing date:	18 Sept 2026

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Summary

Link School, Sunderland

Headteacher: Mrs Donna Walker BSc (Hons)

Springwell Dene, Swindon Road, Sunderland SR3 4EE

Tel: 0191 562 3630

Pallion Centre, Waverley Terrace, Sunderland SR4 6TA

Tel: 0191 562 3640

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Applications are welcomed for the following posts-

Primary Teaching Assistant (Permanent)

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Grade 4 (SCP 12-17) andpound;28,598 - andpound;31,022 pro rata to weeks worked.

Full time andndash; Term Time plus three weeks

Required as soon as possible.

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The Link School is recognised nationally as one of the leading schools in Alternative Provision. It supports the diverse needs of young people in Sunderland many of whom are extremely vulnerable and challenging. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and suitably qualified member of staff who have the commitment to improve the academic outcomes of our young learners, as well as seeking to support them in understanding their own emotions and consequences of their behaviour. The school offers a supportive working environment, a strong commitment to CPD and career opportunities.andnbsp; We are a Centre of Excellence for Inclusion, and a Platinum Anti-Bullying School.

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We are recruiting for an enthusiastic and dedicated teaching assistant who will support in a range of lessons within school.andnbsp;

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The successful teaching assistant will.

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Support teachers and HLTAs in the planning, preparing and teaching of lessons, supporting learnerandrsquo;s educational needs, making reference to prior attainment and special educational needs.

Support in lessons across the age and ability range in school, challenging and inspiring students of all abilities.

Be able to undertake activities with either individuals or groups of children.

Contribute to the implementation of the curriculum.

Set high behaviour expectations, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through positive and productive relationships with learners.

Have an interest in Outdoor Education.

Be able to work collaboratively with colleagues as part of a professional team; and carry out roles effectively, knowing when to seek help and advice from colleagues.

Build and maintain successful relationships with pupils, parents/carers, and staff.

Be committed to contributing to the wider life of the school.andnbsp;

Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the school to discuss the post further and to arrange an informal visit. Please ring 0191 562 3630 andndash; Caroline Granton to arrange a visit.

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em Application forms and further details are available by e mailing Ms Caroline Granton. Director of Resources, Link School, caroline.granton@linkschool.org.uk, to whom completed applications should be returned. /em

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The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. As part of our due diligence and to comply with our obligations in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search of publicly available information will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be subject to provide an enhanced DBS disclosure

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Closing date: Friday 18th September 2026 Noon

Shortlisting date: To Be Confirmed

Interviews: Week Commencing to Be Confirmed

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