Teaching Assistant

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Driffield; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wonderful children

Warm, supportive team

Positive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Additional hours (Breakfast Club, 1:1s

Job summary

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join Hutton Cranswick CP School in Driffield. The role covers Key Stage 1, 3 days a week (16.25 hours) Tuesday to Thursday, starting January 2027.

You will support learning and help pupils develop confidence, independence and a love of learning. You will work closely with class teachers to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment, inspiring pupils of all abilities and contributing to their overall

Qualifications

• Support KS1 pupils to develop confidence, independence and love of learning.
• Inspire, motivate and appropriately challenge pupils of all abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teachers and the wider school team to create an engaging, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Support classroom activities and assist with learning interventions as needed.

Job description

Hutton Cranswick CP School, The Green, Hutton Cranswick, Driffield, Y025 9PD

Part Time Teaching Assistant Key Stage 1

3 days 16.25 hours Tues-Thurs

Grade 4A/B depending on experience

Required from January 2027

We are delighted to be seeking an enthusiastic, caring and committedTeaching Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team, working primarily within Key Stage 1.

Our Primary School is a welcoming, one-form entry village school with a strong sense of community, high expectations and a genuine commitment to ensuring every child has the opportunity to flourish. We are proud of our warm, inclusive environment, where children are encouraged to be curious, confident and enthusiastic learners. As a forward-thinking school, we embrace new ideas and innovative approaches that enrich teaching, learning and the experiences of our pupils.

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for providing children with the very best start to their education. You will be a nurturing, enthusiastic and positive presence in our KS1 classrooms, supporting children to develop their confidence, independence and love of learning.

The successful candidate will have high expectations of themselves and the children they support. You will be able toinspire, motivate and appropriately challenge pupils of all abilities, while recognising and celebrating individual strengths and achievements. Most importantly, you will genuinely care about children and be committed to helping every pupil reach their full potential.

Working closely with our teachers and wider school team, you will contribute to creating an engaging, inclusive and stimulating learning environment where every child feels valued, listened to and supported. We are looking for someone who is willing to get involved, share ideas and become an integral part of our school community.

We can offer you:

• Wonderful childrenwho are enthusiastic about learning and demonstrate outstanding attitudes, curiosity and a genuine desire to succeed.
• A warm, friendly and supportive teamwho work together, share ideas and genuinely care about the children and the wider school community.
• A positive and welcoming working environmentwhere your contribution is valued and you will be encouraged to become an integral part of our school family.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and training, enabling you to further develop your knowledge, skills and expertise.
• Opportunities for additional hours, including Breakfast Club and 1:1 lunchtime support, should you wish to take these on.

Closing date: Wednesday 14 th October Interviews: Thursday 22 nd October 2026

Opportunities to visit the school and learn more about our ethos before applying are encouraged. The following time and date is available to visit and meet with the Headteacher:

Friday 2 nd October 9.45am. (Please contact Sarah Longden, our School Business Manager, to confirm attendance. Tel: [phone] Email: [e-mail])

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The preferred candidate will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check before commencing the role.

Online applications close on 14 October. Applications will be received at the school up until 9am on 15 October.

If you are a current East Riding of Yorkshire Council employee, you cannot use your East Riding email account to login and apply for jobs online. To submit an application, you must create an account or sign in using a personal email address.

DBS/Medical check

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check. The school is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. All members of staff are expected to share this commitment.