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Secondary Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 19 days ago

Salary: £ 14.24 - 15.5 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Durham, County Durham

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

One-to-One Teaching Assistant (Year 8)
Location: Durham
Start Date: 14 September 2026
Contract: Full-Time (Initial one-term contract with strong potential for extension)
Salary: Competitive (Based on experience)

The Opportunity
Our client school, a small independent school in County Durham, are looking for a somebody to work one-to-one with a student in Year 8. The student has an EHCP and needs support from an adult. He is has a well natured, intelligent student who needs a calm supportive and caring adult by his side. The role is term time only (36 weeks per year) and is 5.5 hours per day.

What We’re Looking For

"We want someone who brings energy to the classroom and has a genuine 'can-do' attitude toward child development."

  * Experience: Previous experience working within a school setting - Secondary school is desirable

  * Qualifications: A relevant Level 2 or 3 TA qualification (or equivalent).

  * Skills: Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly with both children and staff.

  * Mindset: Patient, proactive, and resilient. You should be someone who can spot a child struggling and step in before they even have to ask.

Why Work with Humly?

  * Competitive hourly pay of £14.24 - £15.50 per hour, paid weekly

  * Full-time, consistent work in local schools to you

  * 24/7 access to the easy-to-use Humly app to browse and book roles that suit you

  * Friendly, dedicated support from an experienced education team

  * Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent roles

  * Gain experience across a variety of school settings to build confidence and develop your career

At Humly, safeguarding children is our top priority. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance.

If you’re ready to support young learners and make a meaningful impact in the classroom, apply now and become part of the Humly community today

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