General Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisory Assistant

Western Primary School; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme: Employer contribution

Flexible working options

Supportive environment

Community culture

Professional development

Job summary

Western Primary School in Harrogate is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support learning across the classroom and provide targeted help, including 1:1 support for pupils with SEND. This term-time role is part-time (32.5 hours per week) with Monday to Friday 8:30–15:30, and offers flexibility for candidates seeking fewer hours.

Join a welcoming team at an Ofsted-outstanding school where kindness, inclusion and professional development are valued, and make a real difference to every child’s

Qualifications

• Caring and child-centred approach to wellbeing, development and success.
• Inclusive and supportive, fostering positive relationships with all pupils.
• Positive and adaptable, able to respond flexibly to changing situations.
• Collaborative and approachable, work with families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and wellbeing in and out of the classroom.
• Provide targeted support, including 1:1 for pupils with SEND.
• Fulfill Midday Supervisory Assistant duties to supervise lunches.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Skills

Caring and child-centred

Inclusive and supportive

Positive and adaptable

Collaborative and approachable

Job description

Term-Time + Training Days. Part Time 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30 - 15:30. This includes 30 hours TA and 2.5 hours MSA.

We welcome applications from candidates looking for fewer than 32.5 hours per week, and can offer some flexibility in working hours to support individual circumstances where possible.

Help children learn, grow and thrive in a school where every child is known, valued and supported.

We are looking for a caring and committed Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming primary school community. As part of a friendly and supportive team, you will play an important role in helping pupils feel safe, included and confident, enabling them to engage in learning and achieve their full potential. You will support learning across the classroom and, where required, provide targeted support, including 1:1 support for pupils with SEND, helping to remove barriers to learning and promote independence, wellbeing and progress.

Working closely with colleagues, you will support children's learning, wellbeing and development both in and out of the classroom. The role also includes Midday Supervisory Assistant duties, helping to create positive, enjoyable and well-supported lunchtime experiences for our pupils.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a difference, values inclusive practice and enjoys building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues. If you are enthusiastic, approachable and committed to helping every child succeed, we would love to hear from you.

About our School

Western Primary, recognised as outstanding across all areas by Ofsted in March 2024, Western Primary School is a successful two-form entry primary school. Our school vision is to develop kind, ambitious, curious, confident, and successful young people who are excited about their futures. Kindness, Honesty, and Respect are the underpinning values of our school.

Here at Western Primary School, we think of ourselves not just as a school, but as a thriving community - a true reflection of the strong, supportive network that has grown here over the years. Our dedicated staff, governors, pupils, and their families all play a vital role in shaping the warm, inclusive environment we’re so proud of.

As a founding member of the Red Kite Learning Trust, we’re also fortunate to be part of a wider family of schools, sharing expertise and support. It’s these powerful relationships that enable our children to truly flourish - not just academically, but personally and socially too.

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

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• Caring and child-centred, with a genuine commitment to supporting every child’s wellbeing, development and success
• Inclusive and supportive, creating positive relationships and helping all pupils feel valued, respected and able to thrive
• Positive and adaptable, responding flexibly to changing situations and using initiative to support pupils and colleagues
• Collaborative and approachable, working effectively with pupils, families, colleagues and other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for children

Next Steps

Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school ahead of applying for this opportunity. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us, please email Sally Downes at [e-mail].

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

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, so we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.