Job Description

Salary: 24,796 - 25,989 per annum, pro rata (GTA) 12.65 per hour (MSA)

Grade: GTA - Grade C (scale point 3-6), MSA - Grade A (scale point 2)

Contract: Fixed term contract to End of December 2026

Hours: GTA - 25 hours per week TTO 39 wks, MSA - 5 hours per week, TTO 38 wks

Location: Darlington, North Yorkshire

The Head Teacher and Governors of Croft Church of England Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, creative and committed General Teaching Assistant to work in Early Years.

What we can offer:

A wonderful place to work, learn and develop Pupils with excellent behaviour and a thirst for knowledge Happy and welcoming pupils, staff, governors and parents Exciting visions for the future Warm, collegiate and supportive environment Opportunity to work in collaboration with other schools as part of the Dales Academies Trust A chance to be part of a caring, Christian environment High quality Continuous Professional Development

We are looking for a candidate who is:

Dedicated to high standards of care, learning, and development for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). An enthusiastic and flexible team player with the desire to motivate and inspire young learners through play-based experiences. An excellent communicator with a secure understanding of early language, early maths, and phonics, supporting the foundations of learning in line with the EYFS. Able to contribute to observation, assessment, and tracking of children's progress, supporting next steps and delivering targeted interventions. Skilled in creating enabling environments and offering curriculum strengths that enhance our Early Years provision. Able to work collaboratively and support colleagues in delivering high-quality early education. Energetic, positive, and adaptable, with a strong 'can-do' attitude. Ambitious with a desire to develop professionally within Early Years education. Warm, approachable, and personable, with a good sense of humour. Willing to support and promote the Christian ethos and values of our school.

The role will involve:

Working under the direction of the Early Years Lead to assist in planning, delivering, and evaluating play-based learning experiences. Supporting small-group and individual interventions, including early phonics, language development, and numeracy activities, with clear objectives and outcomes. Contributing to observations and assessments, helping to inform planning and ensure progress across the seven areas of learning. Assisting in creating stimulating indoor and outdoor environments that promote curiosity, independence, and resilience. Providing support for the class teacher in areas of curriculum strength that meet the needs of the Early Years setting. Establishing positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues, and communicating effectively with all stakeholders. Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of pupils in line with statutory requirements and school policy, raising concerns as appropriate.




The successful candidate will become part of a team which is enthusiastically driving the school forward and building upon its achievements and strengths. We are a warm, inclusive family school with a strong Christian ethos, a sense of community and a commitment to excellence for all children in our care. We aim to ensure that our children feel safe, happy and achieve their potential as a unique individual and as a learner. Christian values are at the heart of all that we are trying to achieve.






If you would like to request an application pack or arrange a visit to the school, please contact the school office and speak to Mrs Kate Banks (01325 720528 or email admin@croft.dalesmat.org).

Key Dates:

Closing Date: 5th January 2026, 2pm



Interview Date: 8th January 2026



Start Date: February 2026

Key Documents:

Application Pack.docx



Application Form.docx



Dales Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. We have a robust Child Protection Policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment with the Trust. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 as amended.





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General Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor

Salary:

24,796 - 25,989 per annum, pro rata (GTA), 12.65 per hour (MSA)

Posted:

17/12/2025

Closing date:

05/01/2026

Closing time:

23:59