General Teaching Assistant and Wraparound GTA
Killinghall Church of England Primary School, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2DW8 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
11 July 2025 at 9am
Date listed
2 July 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: GTA: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Wraparound: 8 hours per week across 4 days
Contract type
- Fixed term - to 31/8/2026
Pay scale
- Grade C/D SCP 3-6
What skills and experience we're looking for
Due to the increasing number of pupils in our school, we are seeking to recruit a Teaching Assistant for 32.5 hours a week to support the needs of our pupils. The post also requires 8 hours across four days in our After-School Club.
Killinghall is a friendly school, with enthusiastic pupils and dedicated staff team. Please visit our school website to get a flavour of who we are, visits to school are always encouraged.
The successful candidates will need to have:
• The skills and confidence to work with children in early years and Key Stage 1;
• A proven track record in effectively supporting individuals within a primary school setting;
• The ability to establish excellent relationships with children and promote aspirational achievement for all groups of learners;
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team;
• Believe in the inclusion for all and is able to implement strategies to support children with SEND.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• Delightful children who are well mannered, curious and keen to learn• A friendly staff team who are willing to share their expertise
• Support in your role through training and coaching
• A school where everyone helps each other to shine!
Visits to our school are welcome and can be arranged by contacting Mrs Thompson or Mrs Benson on 01423 506307 or admin@killinghall.nyorks.sch.uk
All contracts are term time only (TTO) contract plus the 5 staff training days each year.
Further details about the role
Interested applicants are asked to submit their application to Mrs Thompson at admin@killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk by Friday 11th July 2025.
This is initially a fixed term contract until August 2026.
Killinghall CE Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy https://www.killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk/nyorks/primary/killinghall/site/pages/schoolinformation/safeguarding and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school.
We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children. An online search may be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain.Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Killinghall CE Primary is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. An Enhanced DBS clearance will be required.
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
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to admin@killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Killinghall Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 188 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Killinghall Church of England Primary School website
- Email address
- admin@killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01423 506307
Killinghall Church of England Primary is a nurturing place where we embrace the spirit of community and learning, rooted in the vision of 'we strive, we share, we shine'.
As a Church of England Primary School, our foundation is deeply grounded in faith, compassion, and academic excellence, instilling in our pupils the belief that effort is the key to unlocking their true potential. We believe in nurturing not only the minds but also the hearts of our young learners, fostering an environment where they can grow, learn, and truly shine.
We celebrate the growth mindset, recognising that intelligence and abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. Our committed staff, supportive community and our school vision converge to create an educational journey where each child is encouraged to strive for their personal best, share their unique gifts with others, and ultimately shine brightly in the world.
We are proud of our school and we hope you can see why.
Arranging a visit to Killinghall Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk.
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