Advanced Teaching Assistant

North Yorkshire Council; Burniston; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking an Advanced Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated school team in Burniston. This part-time role focuses on supporting learning, delivering targeted interventions, and helping create an inclusive and nurturing environment so every child can thrive.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a proactive approach, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of all pupils.

Qualifications

• Part-time role in a school environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality classroom support across the school.
• Deliver targeted interventions to pupils.
• Support learning for pupils with diverse needs and backgrounds.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, caring and skilled Advanced Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential and committed to making a positive impact on their educational journey.

As an Advanced Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school, working collaboratively with teachers, pupils, families and other professionals.

You will provide high-quality classroom support, deliver targeted interventions, and contribute to creating an inclusive, engaging and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive.

The successful candidate for this part time role, will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a proactive and flexible approach, and a strong understanding of how to support pupils with a range of learning needs. You will share our commitment to high standards, inclusion, safeguarding and the wellbeing of all children.

In return, we offer a welcoming and supportive school community, and the chance to work with enthusiastic pupils and dedicated colleagues who are committed to achieving the best outcomes for every child.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details about the role and requirements.

Key Documents

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Key Dates

• Closing Date: 29 September 2026
• Interview Date: 08 October 2026
• Fixed Term until 31 July 2027