Advanced Teaching Assistant

Coppice Valley Primary School; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 6,500 - 8,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme 14.90%

Flexible working options

Supportive environment

Community culture

Professional development

Job summary

Coppice Valley Primary School in Harrogate is seeking an experienced Advanced Teaching Assistant for a part-time role (13.5 hours per week) on Mondays and Tuesdays, 8.45am-3.30pm.

You will support children to access learning, adapt activities, deliver targeted interventions and contribute to lunchtime supervisory duties.

The successful candidate will work with teachers to create a caring, inclusive environment and help pupils develop confidence and independence.

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Experience of working with or caring for children.
• Ability to adapt approaches and resources to support learners.
• Builds positive and respectful relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.
• Strong commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all pupils.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, adapt and review learning activities and targeted interventions.
• Provide personalised programmes to support pupil progress.
• Support midday supervisory duties and promote a safe, inclusive lunchtime environment.
• Work closely with teachers and staff to enable pupils to access the curriculum and engage in learning.

Skills

Teaching assistant experience

Child care experience

Adapt learning approaches

Relationship building

Inclusion commitment

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Part-time, 13.5 hours per week, Monday and Tuesday, 8.45am-3.30pm.

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and caring Advanced Teaching Assistant to join our team at Coppice Valley Primary School.

This is an important role supporting children to develop the skills, confidence and independence they need to achieve their full potential. Working closely with teachers and other colleagues, you will provide high-quality support to help pupils access learning, engage fully in the curriculum and make progress.

As an Advanced Teaching Assistant, you will take greater responsibility for delivering, adapting and reviewing learning activities, targeted interventions and personalised programmes. You will use your experience and professional judgement to respond to pupils' individual needs, help remove barriers to learning and support their academic, social and emotional development.

The post also includes Midday Supervisory Assistant duties where you will help to ensure pupils are safe and supported during lunchtime, promote positive behaviour and social interaction, and contribute to an enjoyable and inclusive lunchtime environment.

About our School

Coppice Valley is a unique school - a peaceful oasis of nature, quiet and calm, safely tucked away from the main roads. We are Harrogate's hidden gem, having a large playing field, wildlife area and meadow.

At Coppice Valley, we are known as the school with heart. Our staff work hard to make sure everyone feels cared for, safe and valued. We treat every child as the remarkable individual they are.

Our vision is to create learners for life - children who are enthused with a love for learning. This all begins in the haven of nature we have on our doorstep, here at Coppice Valley. We believe in the power of education to change lives. Join us as an Advanced Teaching Assistant and we are confident we can offer you a rewarding role working with amazing pupils and a welcoming staff team.

Here's what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 14.90%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts. Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or is willing to work towards one
• Has experience of working with or caring for children of a relevant age
• Can adapt approaches and resources to help pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Builds positive and respectful relationships with pupils, colleagues and families
• Has high expectations for pupils and a strong commitment to inclusion

Knowledge of the primary curriculum and experience of supporting pupils with additional needs would be advantageous.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.