Job Description

Salary: 24,796 - 25,989 pro rata per annum

Grade: CD

Contract: Fixed Term - Term Time Only

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Spofforth Church of England Primary School

Are you passionate about making a difference to children's lives? Do you have experience supporting pupils with ASD and SLCN? Join our welcoming village primary school, with delightful pupils, as a General Teaching Assistant!

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and caring GTA to join our supportive team on a fixed-term basis, (32.5 hours per week, term time only).

This role includes:

Providing 1:1 and small group support for children with ASD and SLCN within our SEND provision Supporting learning in the classroom (1 role in KS1 and 1 role in KS2) and during lunchtimes Assisting with in-class and general support across the school

What We're Looking For

Level 2 qualification or above in a relevant area Experience working with children with ASD and SLCN (essential) A passion for education, teamwork, and professional growth

What We Offer

Supportive staff team, engaged parents, and a dedicated Governing Body Caring environment with a strong vision and ethos Delightful pupils in a close-knit school community Professional development opportunities through HART Teaching School Alliance, LA, Diocese, and North Yorkshire Safeguarding Board

Safeguarding

Spofforth CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to the satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.



We are committed to creating a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.



If you are committed to helping every child thrive and want to be part of a friendly and forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you!



Visits to the school prior to application are welcomed and encouraged and can be arranged by calling our administrator Clare Horner, based at Spofforth School, on 01937 590655. Please also contact the school for an informal conversation about the role.



Applicants should complete the standard NYC application form and send via email to: office@ffspschools.co.uk

Key Documents

Application Form

Key Dates

Closing Date: 10

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November 2025

Interview Date: w/c 20

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November 2025

Start Date: As soon as possible

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.


It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk.



We are committed to the inclusion, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of adults at risk.



North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.



NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.





We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.


North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds

General Teaching Assistant

Salary:

24,796 - 25,989 pro rata per annum

Posted:

27/10/2025

Closing date:

10/11/2025

Closing time:

23:59