Advanced Teaching Assistant/Higher Level Teaching Assistant - pastoral role

Brayton Church of England Primary School, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9DZ

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  TBC

• Closing date

  10 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  13 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Grade E: Point 6-9 - Grade G: Point 13-18 (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Additional allowances:

  Grade E: Point 6-9 - Grade G: Point 13-18 (depending on experience and qualifications)

Advanced Teaching Assistant/Higher Level Teaching Assistant - pastoral role job summary

Hours: 24 hours per week (Term Time Only)

Brayton Church of England Primary School is a school with friendly and dedicated staff who always put the needs of our children first. We are seeking a caring, hardworking and enthusiastic individual to join our committed staff team who have high aspirations both for themselves and our children, have a passion for learning, are proactive and dependable and have strong interpersonal skills and a positive outlook. In return we can offer you the opportunity to make a real difference to children’s learning and to be part of a happy and effective staff team.

We are seeking a dedicated practitioner to work as an Advanced Teaching Assistant or HLTA with a focus on pastoral support work across the school. This will involve contact with families and support for children in small groups and individually through relational approaches such as Thrive and ELSA. Ideally the successful applicant will have a qualification in one of these areas or something similar, or a strong record of experience in a similar role. This role is not class-based, although it will involve working with children in and out of class and liaising with other school staff as well as with our Wellbeing in Mind team on site. You will also work closely with the Attendance Champion and Inclusion Lead to help support children and families.

The hours of work may cover 4 full days or a combination of shorter and longer days over the week, with lunchtime support. We can consider different working patterns as long as the hours worked would fit with our school's needs. The pay grade will be finalised based on experience and qualifications, with an hourly rate of £13.47-£16.35.

Brayton Church of England Primary School is a great place to work; we are offering the opportunity to be part of an enthusiastic team with highly effective teaching assistants who are committed to enhancing the experiences of all our students, whilst being a good team player. Brayton Church of England Primary School is part of Yorkshire Learning Trust which is strengthening our existing partnership with other local schools.

Unlock Your Potential and Thrive with YLT! We're dedicated to supporting our staff with a comprehensive package of opportunities, incentives, and benefits designed to enhance your well-being and career growth. Enjoy:

• Exclusive Savings and Experiences: Dive into our employee benefits website, your gateway to fantastic discounts on everything from everyday shopping to dream holidays and unforgettable days out.

• Your Well-being Matters: Access our confidential Employee Assistance helpline for expert advice and support, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with confidence.

• Invest in Your Future: Embrace continuous training and development opportunities, fostering your professional growth and unlocking new possibilities.

A Safe and Inclusive Environment: At YLT, the safeguarding of children is paramount. We are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for all. As part of our commitment, successful candidates will undergo DBS checks, pre-employment checks, and online searches, all conducted with professionalism and respect for your privacy. We champion equality and ensure fair and equitable treatment for every member of our team.

At YLT we believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We celebrate the unique contributions of each team member and are dedicated to fostering a culture of equality, where differences are not only embraced but are seen as a source of strength.

We understand that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our policies, practices, and the way we do business. We strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, unbiased, and inclusive, and we are continuously working to improve them. Visit the website for access to our recruitment policies.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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.

About Brayton Church of England Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 369 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Brayton Church of England Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/brayton-church-of-england-primary-school

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