

Villa Real Road, Consett, Co Durham DH8 6BH | villareal@durhamlearning.net | 01207 503651
SCHOOL VACANCIES
Administration Assistant - Full time, temporary in the first instance
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Grade: Grade 5 Point 7-12
Salary: £25,584 (£27,711 pro rata)
Contract Type: Temporary in the first instance
Start date: 1st October 2025
End date: 31st December 2025
Hours per week: 37 hours per week, 8:30am - 4:30pm, term time only plus 5 days
Essential qualifications: 4 GCSEs (A-C) including Maths and English or equivalent. Administrative Qualification​
Closing date: 5th September 2025
Interview date: 12th September 2025
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Further Information
The Governors wish to appoint an enthusiastic, dynamic Administration Assistant. The candidate should have good numeracy, financial and literacy skills, with a good level of verbal and written communication skills. 4 GCSEs (A-C) including Maths and English or equivalent, use of SIMS, FMS/Oracle, ParentPay, SchoolComms and school office experience would be beneficial. Appropriate training in the use of ICT packages including Microsoft office and knowledge and use of basic technology – telephone system, computer & photocopier. The ability to meet deadlines and excellent organisation skills to assist the smooth operation of the administration function within the school office.
The key duties of the post are set out below:
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Prepare and complete documents and returns in relation to admissions and registration procedures and transfers to other schools
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Provide support, advice and guidance on administrative issues to senior staff, governing body and others
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Provide assistance with arrangements for staff appointments
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Liaise with other staff, pupils, parents/carers and external agencies
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Develop and maintain record and information systems – SIMS
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Undertake analysis and evaluation of data, and produce ad hoc detailed reports and information
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Responsible for completion and submission of forms, returns etc., including those to outside agencies.
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Responsible for the administration and recording of EHCP
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Responsible for the administration side of all risk assessment reviews
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Day to day administration of the following systems Oracle, ParentPay, SchoolComms
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Supporting the School Business Manager with general financial duties
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Liaising with the ICT Manager on the following areas – Website, parent letters and school events
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Produce, and respond to, correspondence
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General administration duties – school documents and reports, Excel, CPOMS
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Contribute to marketing and promotion of the school
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Be the first point of contact for visitors and parents – answering queries, resolving problems and making decisions where appropriate
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To attend any training courses relevant to the post, ensuring continuing, personal and professional development.
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Role requires working with a team.
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Ability to present oneself as a role model to pupils in speech, dress, behaviour and attitude.
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Provide appropriate help throughout the day including break and lunchtime monitoring and pre/post school activities as necessary.
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Provide pastoral care and support to sick and injured children taking appropriate action as necessary ensuring parents and school staff are fully informed of incidents and accidents.
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The Post holder may undertake any other duties that are commensurate with the post.
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The post holder has common duties and responsibilities in the areas of:-Quality Assurance, Communication, Professional Practice, Health & Safety, General Management (where applicable), Financial Management (where applicable), Appraisal, Equality & Diversity, Confidentiality and Induction
Where our roles are customer facing and you are required to speak to members of the public, the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. 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
Villa Real is a school for children with severe, profound multiple leaning difficulties, autism and challenging behaviour.
Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. 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.
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Contact villareal@durhamlearning.net for application packs.
Contact j.bowe300@villareal.durham.sch.uk for further information about the post.​
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Villa Real School
Villa Real Road
Consett
Co Durham
DH8 6BH
Telephone 01207 503651
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Support Assistant - Temporary, 32.5 hours per week part time
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Grade: Grade 1 Point 3
Salary: £24,027 pro rata
Contract Type: Temporary 1 year
Start date: 1st October 2025
End date: 31st October 2026
Hours per week: 32.5 hours per week, 9am - 4pm, term time only, part time
Essential qualifications: Not necessary but experience of working with young people with high medical needs, PMLD, SLD & ASD would be advantageous. Candidates must be resilient and physically fit to support with pupils who may require moving and handling or regulation support.​
Closing date: 5th September 2025
Interview date: 12th September 2025
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Further Information
Villa Real School is an all age 2 to 19 years Special School with pupils with SLD, PMLD and Autism.
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The Governors are seeking to employ a dynamic and enthusiastic Support Assistant to enhance the care and support in our school, who has knowledge of students with a high level of need.
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A rare opportunity has arisen within our fantastic special school. We are seeking an ambitious Support Assistant to complement our class teams.
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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.
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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.
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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 special candidate will enjoy a fulfilling career, releasing your potential and maximising your impact in a forward thinking and innovative ethos.
The role:
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Assisting with the learning in class as directed by a teacher
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Leading 1:1 or small groups re: SALT, Physio and Occupational Therapy
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Leading 1:1 or small groups in literacy and numeracy
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Cleaning and changing of pupils and students who have poor or no bowel and/or bladder control
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General hygiene and care of all pupils and students as necessary, assisting pupils with dressing/undressing, toileting, washing, showering, menstruation, nose wiping etc.
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Hoisting and positioning of pupils/ students
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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
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Assist with yard duty
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Daily laundry
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Cleaning and hygiene of specialist seating and or spillages
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Escorting pupils to and from home/school transport or outdoor activities or trips
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Preparation of drinks and the hygiene and care of all specialist feeding/ drinking equipment in the classroom
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Assisting with hydrotherapy, PE and other similar activities
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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
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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.
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Contact villareal@durhamlearning.net for application packs and further information about the post.
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Villa Real School
Villa Real Road
Consett
Co Durham
DH8 6BH
Telephone 01207 503651
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Support Assistant - Temporary, 20 hours per week part time
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Grade: Grade 1 Point 3
Salary: £24,027 pro rata
Contract Type: Temporary 1 year
Start date: 1st October 2025
End date: 31st October 2026
Hours per week: 20 hours per week, 10am - 2pm, term time only, part time
Essential qualifications: Not necessary but experience of working with young people with high medical needs, PMLD, SLD & ASD would be advantageous. Candidates must be resilient and physically fit to support with pupils who may require moving and handling or regulation support.​
Closing date: 5th September 2025
Interview date: 12th September 2025
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Further Information
Villa Real School is an all age 2 to 19 years Special School with pupils with SLD, PMLD and Autism.
​
The Governors are seeking to employ a dynamic and enthusiastic Support Assistant to enhance the care and support in our school, who has knowledge of students with 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 special candidate will enjoy a fulfilling career, releasing your potential and maximising your impact in a forward thinking and innovative ethos.
The role:
-
Assisting with the learning in class as directed by a teacher
-
Leading 1:1 or small groups re: SALT, Physio and Occupational Therapy
-
Leading 1:1 or small groups in literacy and numeracy
-
Cleaning and changing of 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 or spillages
-
Escorting pupils to and from home/school transport or outdoor activities or trips
-
Preparation of drinks and the 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.
​
Contact villareal@durhamlearning.net for application packs and further information about the post.
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Villa Real School
Villa Real Road
Consett
Co Durham
DH8 6BH
Telephone 01207 503651
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