Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant - The Federation of Abbey Schools (Melrose Learning Trust)
Darlington Borough Council - Darlington
£10,000 to £10,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant Location: Abbey Schools, Darlington Start Date: 02nd November 2026 Contract Type: Permanent Salary: andpound;4370 (andpound;13.28 per hour), NJC point 3 Weekly Hours: 7.5 hours over the lunchtime period Working Weeks: Term Time Only About Us: We are a warm, inclusive family school with a strong sense of community and a commitment to excellence for all children in our care. We aim to ensure that our children feel safe and happy and achieve their potential as unique individuals and as learners. Abbey is a learning community, which evolves and changes. We believe that education is about expanding our expectations and building on firm foundations. It is critical for our success that every learner is well equipped with a balance of social, moral and academic skills. We have excellent staff who are committed to providing unique, stimulating and interesting learning opportunities, which motivate our learners to apply their skills. We are seeking an enthusiastic Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to support pupils within our school. The successful candidate will be compassionate and caring and will play a vital role in providing inclusive care and support to pupils, ensuring childrenandrsquo;s safety and welfare during the lunch break. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone wanting to work in a brilliantly supportive, inspiring, and enjoyable working environment, giving you the opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of young children every day. Key Responsibilities: Building positive relationships with pupils and staff within the school community. Supervise and manage routines associated with lunchtime. Supervise, guide and encourage children to develop good social skills, including eating and table manners. Maintain discipline during the lunch break and to promote adherence to the schoolandrsquo;s behaviour and anti-bullying policies. Assist the children to play by suggesting activities and teaching play sills. Manage the safe use of play equipment. Provide first aid treatment when required. Serving meals as and when required, to cover staff absence within the Catering Team Our ideal candidate will: A passion for working with children and a commitment to promoting well-being and social development. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to form strong and supportive relationships with children Demonstrate patience, empathy and a positive attitude towards overcoming behavior challenges A resilient, proactive and positive nature High levels of enthusiasm, energy and positivity when working with pupils Have the ability to create and maintain a safe and supportive playground environment How to Apply: If you have the skills and drive to be successful in this role, application forms can be downloaded from our website and should be returned to: Claire.Rochester@abbeyschools.org.uk Visits to school are encouraged, please contact us and we will arrange a time for you to meet the team and observe our wonderful surroundings. For more information about us, please visit www.abbeyschools.org.uk Closing Date for Applications: 10th October 09.00 am Abbey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant vetting checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Part 3, including an enhanced disclosure, satisfactory references, before an offer of employment is confirmed. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check as part of the safer recruitment process. Abbey Primary School welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.
Read more
Assistant Head Teacher - Hurworth School (Northern Arch Learning Partnership)
Darlington Borough Council - Darlington
£50,001 to £110,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Assistant Head Teacher with responsibility for Quality of Education Full-Time, Leadership Pay Range L13-17 andpound;69,596 to andpound;76,772 (pay award pending) To commence January 2027 Are you an ambitious and inspirational leader ready to make a significant contribution to the continued success and development of our school? andnbsp; Hurworth School is seeking to appoint an exceptional Assistant Head Teacher to join our senior leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly effective school leader who is passionate about securing the very best outcomes for young people. andnbsp; Working closely with the Head Teacher and wider leadership team, you will play a key role in the strategic leadership and operational management of the school, with specific responsibility for leading and securing the Quality of Education across the school. You will drive excellence in teaching and learning, ensure consistently high standards of classroom practice, promote a positive and inclusive school culture, and lead key areas of whole-school improvement. andnbsp; We are looking for a leader who combines high expectations with the ability to inspire, support and challenge others. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of effective teaching and learning and a proven ability to translate ambition into sustained improvement. andnbsp; The successful candidate will: be an outstanding and credible classroom practitioner; have successful leadership experience and evidence of making a positive and measurable impact; demonstrate a strong understanding of teaching, learning and school improvement; be able to coach, develop and inspire colleagues at all stages of their careers; have the confidence and credibility to support and challenge middle leaders; contribute to a positive culture of high expectations, excellent behaviour and strong relationships; use evidence, data and evaluation effectively to identify priorities and secure improvement;andnbsp; demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills; be committed to the wellbeing, safeguarding and success of every pupil; and share our ambition for the continued success and development of Hurworth School.andnbsp; Why join us? This is an excellent opportunity to take on a significant whole-school leadership role and make a real difference to pupils, colleagues and the wider school community. andnbsp; We are looking for someone who will bring energy, integrity and ambition to the role and who is excited by the opportunity to help shape the future direction of Hurworth School. For an informal discussion about the role or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Mrs Rachel Somerville, Head on Telephone 01325 720424 or by email to rsomerville@hurworth.nalp.org.uk Information for applicants, including the job description and person specification for this role and an on-line application form, can be viewed at https://nalp.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies If you have any difficulties completing the on-line application form, please contact Sam Recruit on 01924 907319 or the People Team at people@nalp.org.uk Closing date: 12 noon Wednesday 13th October 2026andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp; Interviews: w/c 19th October 2026 andnbsp; Northern Arch Learning Partnership and its partner schools are passionate about safeguarding the welfare of pupils and maximising their life chances. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children.
Read more
Female Personal Care Assistant for a lady who has multiple complex needs
UKCIL - NEWTON AYCLIFFE
£13.50 to £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Female Personal Care Assistant for a lady who has multiple complex needs Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: c2f5e1bc Female Personal Care Assistant for a lady who has multiple complex needs, non verbal communication, epilepsy, double incontinence and is paraplegic. The lady lives in Newton Aycliffe. The role will be part of a two person care team at all times. Hours: Saturday and Sunday Night shift 11.00pm till 8.00am. Flexibility is required to cover Carer's holidays and respite cover for parents. Rate of pay: £13.50 per hour Time and a half for Saturday & Sunday Shifts Holiday entitlement 5.6 weeks pro rata Pension scheme available Duties: All personal hygiene, ensuring cleanliness and skin care at all times, necessitating moving to the shower bed prior to showering. Bowel management, requiring daily suppositories. Continual monitoring of the client’s body position and clothing to ensure skin integrity. Moving from bed to wheelchair and vice versa using powered ceiling hoist. Food preparation and meal time supervision. Administration of all medication in line with prescriptions. Administration of epilepsy rescue medication when needed. Aid with the Nippy cough assist machine 4 times per day. You will be part of a two person team at all times. Training will be given on all equipment and processes. Current driving licence required An Enhanced DBS will be required prior to commencement of employment. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Training Moving & Handling Transportation Full UK driving license Medical Safe Administration of Medication Epilepsy Awareness Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
Read more
Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Northwood Primary School (Lingfield Education Trust)
Darlington Borough Council - Darlington
£20,001 to £30,000 a year
ContractPart time
Northwood Primary School Pendleton Road South Darlington, DL1 2HF Tel: 01325 267222 Email: bphillips@northwoodprimary.org.uk Website: https://www.northwoodprimary.org.uk/ andnbsp; Northwood Primary School Teaching Assistant Level 2 Pay Scale: Band 7 (SCP 17) andpound;24,834 andndash; Actual Salary (term time only 46 weeks). Contract: 32.5 hours Fixed term until 31.08.2027 Required from October 2026 or as soon as possible Would you like to take on a new opportunity and make a difference to our childrenandrsquo;s future? The successful candidate will be working across upper Key Stage within our Oasis Group which includes SEN children, in the first instance. You will be supporting the pupils to improve the quality of their learning. We are looking for someone who: Is passionate about working with children; Is able to forge positive relationships with all stakeholders quickly. Has excellent behaviour management skills. Works well as team and will embrace our school ethos. If this sounds like you and a role that you would enjoy, please see the application pack. Lingfield Education Trust and Northwood Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS clearance (certificate of disclosure form from the Disclosure and Barring Service). Pre-employment checks including an online and social media search (KCSIE) will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed. Application packs are available from the school. Please email Beth Phillips on bphillips@northwood.lingfieldtrust.org.uk or phone the school to request an application pack on 01325 267222. All completed application packs must be returned directly to the school or emailed and marked for the attention of the Beth Phillips, Office Manager. Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office. Closing Date: andnbsp;Monday 12th October 2026 Interviews: Wednesday 14th October 2026
Read more
Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant - Mount Pleasant Primary School (Lingfield Education Trust)
Darlington Borough Council - Darlington
£10,000 to £10,000 a year
ContractPart time
Mount Pleasant Primary School Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant Salary: Band 1 (SCP 3) andpound;4,581 andndash; Actual Salary Fixed Term Contract: Until August 2027, Term Time Only, 46 weeks Hours: 7.5 hours per week andnbsp; Are you passionate about working with children?andnbsp; Do you have very high expectations? Do you want to make a full contribution to childrenandrsquo;s safety and well-being and the life of our school? andnbsp; We are looking to appoint enthusiastic, committed and organised individuals to join our vibrant, successful andamp; supportive school family, who have the skills and energy to make our childrenand#39;s lunchtimes safe, active and fun. Responsibilities will include supervising children in the dining hall and playground, ensuring that children enjoy their lunchtime experience whilst maintaining standards of behaviour. Applicants would benefit from having prior experience in an educational setting, but this is not essential as training can be provided for suitable applicants. We are looking for someone who: Loves working with children of all abilities; being able to forge positive relationships quickly. Can lead by example and will embody our school motto: Learn for Life Works well as part of a team as well as using their own initiative And will embrace our school values. If this sounds like you and a role that you would enjoy, please look carefully at the supporting materials and complete the application form. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS clearance (certificate of disclosure form from the Disclosure and Barring Service) and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed. The post will be based in Mount Pleasant Primary School; however, the Trust reserves the right to require you to work at other schools within the Trust. As part of Lingfield Education Trust, there are exciting opportunities to work across the Trust and for career progression. Please email admin@mountpleasant.lingfieldtrust.org.uk to request an application pack or visit our school website to download an application pack. All completed application packs must be returned directly to the school or emailed and marked for the attention of Sophie Boston, School Office Manager. andnbsp; Closing Date: Wednesday 14th October Shortlisting: Thursday, 15th October 2026 (if you do not hear on this date, please assume that you were unsuccessful in being shortlisted this time) Interviews: Week commencing 19th October, 2026
Read more
Personal Assistant required to support female aged 36 who lives in Bishop Auckland
UKCIL - Bishop Auckland
£13.50 to £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Personal Assistant required to support female aged 36 who lives in Bishop Auckland Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 79bfabfc Personal Assistant required to support female aged 36 who lives in Bishop Auckland. Needs support with general shopping activities and household duties. Hours/Wage 6.5 hours per week, £13.50 per hour. Flexible on days and times to attend, these can be discussed at interview. Duties Take the lady out to do general shopping, if she is unable to attend herself due to health conditions support worker would need to follow a list and complete shopping for her. Do household duties such as general cleaning, put on/hang out washing, change bedding, hoovering, tip runs and meal planning/batch cooking. Tasks for support worker may vary due to support needs. Additional requirements/Information No training required, experience in household duties and shopping preferred but not essential. Must have and drive own car. Will not need to provide any care in their own home. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Domestic Care Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
Read more
Temporary Classroom Support Assistant -Harrowgate Hill Primary School (Enquire Learning Trust)
Darlington Borough Council - Darlington
£20,001 to £30,000 a year
ContractPart time
Harrowgate Hill Primary School Thompson Street West Darlington Co Durham DL3 0HZ andnbsp; Tel: 01325 253300 www.harrowgatehillpri.darlington.sch.uk Email: admin@harrowgatehillpri.darlington.sch.uk Headteacher: Mrs. A Abbott andnbsp; TEMPORARY CLASSROOM SUPPORT ASSISTANT andnbsp; Temporary Contract ASAP andndash; 21st July 2027 (Term Time Only) Hours 15 (Thursday and Friday) Salary: Band 2 SCP 4 Salary: NJC Band 2 Scale Point 4 - andpound;26,016 Pro-rata andnbsp; The HHPS family wish to appoint an enthusiastic and hard-working Classroom Support Assistant.andnbsp; Candidates will need to possess both initiative and sensitivity and be proven effective team members. andnbsp; This post will involve supporting with the care and welfare of children within the school and assisting with maintaining a safe environment for pupils, including working on a one-to-one basis working with children with SEND needs. andnbsp; You must have the ability to work independently and to communicate both orally and in writing to a range of audiences.andnbsp; An ability to engage with children and enthusiasm for working with children will be essential. andnbsp; The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.andnbsp; This post is subject to an advanced DBS check. andnbsp; Applications should be marked for the attention of Mrs. A Abbott, Headteacher via email to the admin email address above. andnbsp; Closing date:andnbsp; Thursday 15th October 2026 12pm Shortlisting: Friday 16th October 2026 Interview Date: Tuesday 20th October 2026 andnbsp;
Read more
Personal Care Assistant for a teenager who lives in the Bishop Auckland area £13 per hour
UKCIL - Bishop Auckland
£13 to £13 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Personal Care Assistant for a teenager who lives in the Bishop Auckland area £13 per hour Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 5dfbfdc6 This teenager enjoys activities and needs support to access the community. He can find socialising difficult but is generally happy and loves swimming. This role is for 4 hours per week (Saturday or Sunday), during term time and 8 hours per week during school holidays, there is more flexibility on days during school holidays. £13 per hour Duties will include: Supporting with activities/visits. Personal care needs and helping keep safe. Additional requirements/information: Experience in supporting with personal care needs and an understanding of Autism desirable. Access to mobility vehicle for +25YO with licence. A DBS will be required which will be paid for via the employer. Key Responsibilities Services Personal Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
Read more
Team of Female Personal Care Assistants for a young man in the DL14 area £13.00 per hour
UKCIL - BISHOP AUCKLAND
£13 to £13 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Team of Female Personal Care Assistants for a young man in the DL14 area £13.00 per hour Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 2cabfb5e Team of Female Personal Care Assistants required to support a young man who lives in St Helen Auckland, Bishop Auckland. This young man is visually impaired, has hearing loss and is non verbal. Hours: Full time and Part time hours available can be negotiated at interview. Hourly Rate £13.00 per hour. The role will be to provide social stimulus through playwork and sensory activities locally or in his own home environment. Due to his disabilities you will be expected to provide assistance for his mobility needs and some personal care. Experience and knowledge of working with children/adults with his disabilities would be preferable but would also be required to have a caring, patient but also enthusiastic outlook on life. An enhanced DBS check will be required which will be paid for by the employer. Key Responsibilities Services Personal Care Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
Read more
Teaching Assistant Level 3 (x 2posts) - Hurworth School (Northern Arch Learning Partnership)
Darlington Borough Council - Darlington
£20,001 to £30,000 a year
ContractPart time
Teaching Assistant Level 3 (x 2posts) andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; Full Time, 37 hours per week Term time plus 1 week (39 working weeks per year) NJC Band 8, andpound;33,119 to andpound;35,570 pro rata (Actual andpound;29,852.50 to andpound;32,061.76 per annum) To commence as soon as possible Post 1andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp; Permanent Post 2andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp; Fixed term contract until 31 July 2027 em Please note that Post 2 is a student-specific appointment and is dependent upon the continued requirement to provide support for the individual student. The post is currently expected to continue until 31 July 2027. If the student leaves Hurworth School before this date, the requirement for the role will cease and the fixed-term contract may end earlier /em Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential? Do you have the commitment, compassion and resilience to support students with additional needs to thrive both academically and personally? If so, we would love to hear from you. andnbsp; We are seeking two dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our supportive and ambitious team at Hurworth School. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring that every student receives the support, encouragement and challenge they need to succeed. andnbsp; Working closely with teachers, the SENCO and wider support teams, you will: Support students with additional needs within lessons, small group interventions and one-to-one settings. Help implement and monitor personalised learning and support plans. Promote student independence, confidence and engagement in learning. Contribute to an inclusive and nurturing learning environment. Build positive relationships with students, families and external agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes.andnbsp; This is a highly rewarding role where you will see the direct impact of your work on the progress, wellbeing and future success of young people. andnbsp; We are looking for someone who: Has experience of working with young people in an educational or support setting. Has a good understanding of SEND, additional needs and barriers to learning. Demonstrates patience, empathy and resilience. Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.andnbsp;andnbsp; Can work effectively as part of a team while using their own initiative. Is committed to helping every student achieve their full potential.andnbsp; In return, we can offer: high-quality in-house coaching and mentoring; access to a wide range of professional development opportunities; access to Trust-wide networks and professional development; access to professional networks across Darlington; a highly supportive and collaborative staff team; and amazing children who are a pleasure to teach. To discuss the post or arrange a visit, please contact Cath Lawrence, SENCO on Telephone: 01325 720424 / E: clawrence@hurworth.nalp.org.uk andnbsp; Information for applicants, including the job description and person specification for this role and an on-line application form, can be viewed at https://nalp.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies If you have any difficulties completing the on-line application form, please contact Sam Recruit on 01924 907319 or the People Team on people@nalp.org.uk andnbsp; Closing date: 12noon Thursday 15th October 2026andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp; andnbsp;andnbsp; andnbsp; Northern Arch Learning Partnership and its partner schools are passionate about safeguarding the welfare of pupils and maximising their life chances. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children. andnbsp; andnbsp;
Read more