Primary Outreach Support Assistant Grade 8 £31,586 - £35,235 pro rata Permanent Full Time, Term Time Only Required from 1st September 2025 or as soon as possible The Woodlands is looking to appoint an experienced Grade 8 Outreach Support Worker from 1st September or earlier if possible, to join the Primary Team to work across schools in County Durham and to be based in one of two Primary bases at The Woodlands when required and in referring schools across County Durham to support Outreach and pupil reintegration. Our students are referred through a Primary Panel for a short-term turnaround placement, where support and intervention are targeted to reset challenging behaviours. The ideal person for this role would benefit from previous experience of working with challenging behaviours, delivering a range of interventions and be Team Teach trained, or be willing to complete this training. Outline of Role To work under the guidance of teaching/senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups across all key stages as required, in or out of the classroom. This could include those requiring detailed and specialist knowledge in particular areas and will involve supporting teaching and support staff in the preparation and implementation of resources and systems to support behaviour management. This role may involve building relationships with pupils in base and planning and staffing reintegration programmes which look to secure a pupil’s place in their mainstream setting following a placement off-site at The Woodlands. Staff may also supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers when required in the Woodlands bases. Staff will need access to transport to travel between school settings across County Durham, mileage will be payable in line with the County policy. The Woodlands Primary is located in Ferryhill, Durham and caters for students aged between 5-11 who are at risk of suspension/exclusion. Ofsted rated the school as ‘Good’ in all areas at our last inspection. Interview dates are to be arranged during week begining 9th June, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role or to arrange a visit please contact Sharon Henderson or Ian Lockey on 01740 656040. Closing date: Monday 2nd June 2025 Interview date: Week beginning 9th June 2025 The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure. As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required. Calculation of term time only plus two weeks’ pay Term time only plus two additional weeks’ pay is calculated on the basis of the following: • Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks; plus • Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus • Two additional weeks, inclusive of CPD – 2 weeks; plus • 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. For example: Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service: 40 weeks (term time plus 2) 27 days (annual leave) 8 days (public holidays) = 47 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments Calculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service: 40 weeks (term time plus 2) 32 days (annual leave) 8 days (public holidays) = 48 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments The Woodlands Broom Road, Ferryhill, Co Durham, DL17 8AN Tel: 01740 656040 Email: u1100.admin@durhamlearning.net Website: https://www.thewoodlands.durham.sch.uk/ VPRS/161