Support Assistant Job Consett area,England UK,Education / Teaching

Position: Support Assistant (2 posts)

Support Assistant
Grade 1 Point 3
£24,796 pro rata
Permanent, part time, term time only
32.5 hours, Mon – Fri, 9.00am – 4.00pm
Required to start as soon as possible

Villa Real School is an all‑age 2 to 19‑year‑old Special School with pupils with SLD, PMLD and Autism. The Governors are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Support Assistant to enhance care and support, with knowledge of students who have a high level of need.

A rare opportunity has arisen within our fantastic special school. We are seeking an ambitious Support 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 successful candidate will enjoy a fulfilling career, releasing your potential and maximising your impact in a forward‑thinking and innovative ethos.

Responsibilities

Assisting with learning in class as directed by a teacher

Leading 1:1 or small groups for SALT, Physio and Occupational Therapy

Leading 1:1 or small groups in literacy and numeracy

Cleaning and changing pupils and students who have poor or no bowel and/or bladder control

General hygiene and care of all pupils and students as necessary, assisting pupils with dressing/undressing, toileting, washing, showering, menstruation, nose wiping, etc.

Hoisting and positioning of pupils/students

1:1 feeding or group eating and feeding as directed, assisting with the development of skills associated with independence, appropriate social behaviour and good manners

Assist with yard duty

Daily laundry

Cleaning and hygiene of specialist seating and spills

Escorting pupils to and from home/school transport or outdoor activities or trips

Preparation of drinks and hygiene and care of all specialist feeding/drinking equipment in the classroom

Assisting with hydrotherapy, PE and other similar activities

Assisting as required by the Head Teacher in any way that is consistent with the level and training of the job; for the benefit of the pupils and students and for the smooth running of the school

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: 14th January 2026 at 9am
Interview date: w/c 26th January 2026
Application forms should be returned to the school.

Pay & Leave

Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks
Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days)
Individual leave entitlement – 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days) depending on length of continuous service

Employees with less than 5 years’ service: 27 days annual leave.
Employees with more than 5 years’ service: 32 days annual leave.

Example calculations:
For employees with less than 5 years’ service: 38 weeks (term time) + 27 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 45 weeks’ pay, paid in 12 equal monthly instalments.
For employees with more than 5 years’ service: 38 weeks (term time) + 32 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 46 weeks’ pay, paid in 12 equal monthly instalments.

Villa Real School
Villa Real Road
Consett
Co. Durham
DH8 6BH

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