General Teaching Assistant

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Harrogate; Presencial; GBP 27.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Pension Scheme

Fitness Discounts

Lifestyle Savings

Wellbeing support and development

Descripción de la vacante

North Yorkshire Council's Personalised Learning College invites applications for a General Teaching Assistant in Harrogate. You will provide one-to-one and group supervision, support learners with SEND, and champion person-centred approaches to help them achieve goals.

The role is term-time only with sessions across the week and development activities, emphasising safeguarding and inclusive education within a supportive local government education service.

Formación

• Experience supporting young people with SEND.
• Commitment to inclusive education.
• Ability to work within a term-time schedule.

Responsabilidades

• Provide one-to-one and group supervision support.
• Provide evidence of learner progress with the learner’s voice central.
• Champion person-centred learning and help learners achieve their goals.
• Safeguard vulnerable young people.
• Undertake personal care.

Conocimientos

SEND support

Inclusive education

Organised

Communication skills

Descripción del empleo

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We have an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to join the Personalised Learning College (PLC) and play a key role in shaping the future of post-16 learners with High Needs.

About Personalised Learning College

PLC is a county-wide, person-centred programme supporting young people aged 16+ with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). We offer a vibrant and inclusive learning environment that empowers learners to follow personalised pathways toward independence, employment, and community participation.

Our learners engage in meaningful activities within their local communities, develop essential life skills, and build confidence through tailored support and opportunities.

Our Three Core Pathways

• Personal Progress – Focuses on independence, communication, and self-confidence.
• Towards Independence – Builds functional skills, personal safety awareness, and community engagement.
• Towards Employment – Prepares learners for the workplace through accredited qualifications and work experience, often leading to Supported Internships.

The Role

As a General Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide excellent one to one and group supervision support strategies.
• Provide evidence of learner progress and achievement, ensuring the learner’s voice is central.
• Champion person-centred learning and ensure learners are supported to achieve their goals.
• Safeguard our vulnerable young people.
• Undertake personal Care.

What We are Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Committed to inclusive education and learner empowerment.
• Skilled and experienced in supporting young people with SEND.
• Organised, proactive, caring and passionate about personalised learning.
• Resilient and can work in a high pressured and sometimes challenging environment
• Experienced in the use of sensory methods to ensure learners can access the curriculum

Interview Process for General Teaching Assistant Roles

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a half day interview, support in a session and take part in a formal interview.

Why Join Us?

At PLC, you will be part of a vibrant, supportive team making a real impact. You will help young people access local learning opportunities that lead to community participation, independent living, and employment.The most recent inspection report can be found by following this linkNorth Yorkshire Council – Open – Find an Inspection Report – Ofsted

In addition to this, we can offer the follow benefits:

• Pension Scheme: Save for your future with our generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Fitness Discounts: Discounted Gym memberships at various gyms across the county.
• Lifestyle Savings: Enjoy a wide range of discounts at hundreds of popular high-street and online retailers.
• And more: Additional wellbeing support, employee assistance, and development opportunities.

Working Hours and Weeks

This role is term-time only, covering 37 weeks per year:

• 35 weeks are delivering face-to-face with learners in sessions.
• 2 weeks are dedicated to specific training and development.

The contracted hours are 34.75 per week (pro rata), worked Monday to Friday, 08:45 am to 4:00 pm, with a 30-minute lunch break. In addition, there is one extra hour per week allocated for a staff meeting.

To find out more about working with Personalised Learning College, please contact Laken Robsonvia email at [e-mail] or phone on 01609 797927

Key Dates

Closing Date

18th October 2026

Interview Date

TBC

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Salary: £26,847 to £28,153 per annum pro rata

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Sector: Education

Sector: Schools

Job Role: Teacher