Advanced Teaching Assistant
Graham School, Scarborough, YO12 6QW30 days remaining to apply
Start date details
To start as soon as possible
Closing date
11 April 2026 at 12:59am
Date listed
9 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £15,301.00 - £15,789.00 Annually (Actual) Salary shown above is pro rata, based on an Full Time Equivalent of £25,185 to £25,989 (Grade D, Scale Points 04-06)
Advanced Teaching Assistant job summary
We are looking to appoint a Advanced Teaching Assistant for 26.25 Hours per Week, on a Term Time only basis to join our team at Graham School.
We are looking for someone who:
Is passionate about helping every child succeed and flourish
Brings creativity, patience and positivity to the classroom
Values strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
Is a team player who contributes to the wider life of the school
This role will work under the direction of the SENDCo, class teacher and other appropriate staff, in assisting with and contributing to the planning, delivery and evaluation of the learning process. The post holder will work in classes, or other appropriate locations within the school, whilst accessing support and guidance from staff, supervising groups and /or individual pupils.
The Advanced Teaching Assistant will have a passion for inclusive education and helping to develop a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and empowered to succeed. This role is central to promoting positive wellbeing, involving the delivery of targeted interventions and emotional support to help overcome barriers to learning so all children can access classroom teaching. You will use your expertise to adapt support, develop independence and collaborate closely with teachers, our SENDCo and other senior leaders to ensure all pupils, including those with additional needs, can access a rich and engaging curriculum and thrive both academically and personally.
What we can offer:
Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development
Local Government Pension scheme
Occupational Health
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Free on site Parking
Job Details
Hours of Work: 26.25 Hours per Week, Term Time Only
Position Type: Permanent Post
Line Manager: SENCo
Travel Required: No
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information
Application Process
Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.
Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.
Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Hope Sentamu Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.
Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Graham School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 968 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Graham School website
Graham School is a growing 11 - 16 school in Scarborough. We are very proud of our transformation in the past few years and the huge progress being made by everyone in our community. Everything we do is based on our values Honesty, Empathy, Aspiration, Resilience, Teamwork and our vision is to 'Grow, Learn and Achieve together'.
Our aim is for our students to flourish academically and to develop into responsible and resilient young people who will succeed and make a positive contribution to their community. Colleagues are valued and respected, benefiting from support from experienced staff both in school and across the Hope Sentamu Learning Trust. Professional development is important to us and we will support your aspirations and ensure you have every opportunity to develop your career. Join our committed and enthusiastic staff at #TeamGraham and be part of the continued growth of our school.
We welcome visits to the school. If you would like to come and see our school during a working day please contact hello@gra.hslt.academy. We look forward to meeting you soon!
Scarborough is easily accessible and whilst many of our current staff are local, many also travel from York, Hull, Driffield and the surrounding areas. Our staff are our greatest resource and we are proud to be a host school to Teach First and NPQ providers. Staff who have relocated or who have entered teaching through all routes have stayed with us whilst our support staff have successfully applied for internal promotions and careers in teaching – and for us that is a sign of a school on the up!
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