(Specialist) Teaching & Learning Support Assistant

Ganton School, Kingston-upon-Hull, HU4 7JB

30 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 June 2026

• Closing date

  27 March 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  25 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,583 - £26,403 FTE, £19,644 - £20, 273 Actual

(Specialist) Teaching & Learning Support Assistant job summary

(SPECIALIST) TEACHING & LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
GANTON SCHOOL

Grade & Scale point:     4, Scp 5-7
Salary:                             £25,583 - £26,403 FTE, £19,644 - £20, 273 Actual, £13.26 - £13.69/hr
Hours of work:               33 hours per week, Mon & Weds 8.50am – 4.25pm, Tues 8.50am – 3.40pm, Thurs & Fri 8.50am – 3.35pm
Contract:                        Fixed term maternity cover until March 2027, Term-time + 5 days (195 days)
Start date:                       June 2026

Ganton School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Specialist Teaching and Learning Support Assistant to work with our incredible pupils who have a wide range of special educational needs.

We are looking for a compassionate and skilled individual who holds the relevant qualifications and has the knowledge and experience to support learning across our primary department and fulfil the professional responsibilities outlined in the job specification.

Many of our pupils have complex medical needs alongside learning and/or communication difficulties. You will work both one-to-one and with small groups, providing tailored support to help pupils access the curriculum and assisting with personal care routines. A patient, caring, and flexible approach is essential. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference as part of a supportive school community.


JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Contribute to planning and evaluation of learning, providing detailed and regular feedback to teachers on learners’ attainment, progress, behaviour and attitudes to learning

• Supervises and provides specialist support for individuals with SEN, disabilities, personal and health needs, EAL, etc. ensuring their safety and access to learning activities

• Support the academic, social, emotional and development of individuals and groups of learners understanding clearly how children, young people and vulnerable adults with complex and Special Educational Needs learn

• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education / Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes

• Sets challenging and demanding expectations and promotes self-esteem and independence

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Understanding of National Curriculum, EYFS Guidance and other codes of practice e.g. SEN, Equalities, Safeguarding

• Effective use of ICT to support teaching and learning

• Ability to interact well using courtesy, tact and diplomacy and negotiation skills

• Ability to establish professional, effective working relationships with a range of partners/colleagues and children and young people.


AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER:

• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.

• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks.

• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.

• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.

• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.

• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.


HOW TO APPLY:

Please complete our 'fast apply' application form and submit with an optional cover letter/supporting statement. Once you have clicked on 'Submit Application', your application document(s) will be sent directly to the school.

All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received.

Closing date for completed applications:    8am, Friday 27 March 2026
Interviews to be held:                                       w/c 13 April 2026

If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Danielle Abbott, HR Administrator. Contact details are available in the applicant pack attached.

CONDITIONAL OFFER:

Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks. An online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

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

Humber Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

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 Ganton School

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 19
• School size: 175 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ganton School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ganton-school

Ganton School is a special school for children with severe and complex learning difficulties. Based over 2 sites (primary and secondary), it has places for up to 180 pupils aged 2-19 years. Ganton School is Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ and is well known for its pioneering joint provision for SLD Outreach and Post 16 work. Ganton School is outward looking, truly inclusive and is committed to excellence in personalised learning and well-being. Ganton School became an academy in February 2015 and joined Humber Education Trust in September 2017.

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