General Teaching Assistant with SEN responsibilitiesCouncil

Location: Malton, North Yorkshire

Start date: 04 January 2027

We are seeking to appoint two caring, enthusiastic and committed General Teaching Assistants to join our team, providing dedicated one-to-one support for a child in Key Stage 1 Reception class with additional needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to a child's school experience, helping them to access learning, develop confidence and reach their full potential within a small, friendly rural primary school at the heart of the community.

About our school

Settrington All Saints’ Church of England Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive village school, set in beautiful surroundings in North Yorkshire. We pride ourselves on:

• A warm, nurturing ethos where every child is known and valued
• Friendly, supportive staff who work closely as a team
• Positive relationships with children, families and the wider community
• A commitment to providing a rich and engaging curriculum

We are looking for people who will embrace this ethos and contribute positively to school life.

In this role you will:

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a child with additional needs
• Support the child to access learning, participate in classroom activities and develop independence
• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the child, providing encouragement and reassurance
• Adapt activities and approaches to meet the child's individual needs and interests
• Support the child's social, emotional and communication development
• Provide a consistent and structured approach, helping the child to feel safe, secure and confident
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider staff team to ensure the child receives appropriate support
• Help to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment

We are looking for employees who:

• Have experience of working with children with additional needs (although a willingness to learn and develop is equally important)
• Are patient, empathetic and understanding, with the ability to recognise and respond to a child's individual needs
• Are energetic, enthusiastic and able to bring fun and positivity to learning
• Are calm, unflappable and consistent, able to respond positively to different situations and challenges
• Are adaptable and creative, with the ability to think on their feet and find different ways to engage a child
• Have good communication skills and enjoys working as part of a supportive team
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

We can offer:

• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• Happy, well-behaved children who enjoy learning
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A lovely rural working environment
• The opportunity to work within a Church of England school, with a strong Christian ethos underpinning our values and daily life

Settrington Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, references will be sought and the successful candidate will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

How to apply

For an application pack, including the application form, please contact Kate Towse on 01944 768238 or via email at [email protected]

Context Statement

• This school has a robust Child Protection Policy, and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school.
• The school is committed to supporting the needs of all children so that they can fulfil their full potential. This includes supporting children with their Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and wellbeing. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• The school supports access to the curriculum for all children as part of NYC’s commitment to inclusive education.
• The school is inclusive to all children and will support their individual needs. In line with the school’s commitment to ensure access to education for all children, the school may require staff to support children’s medical needs (loco parentis) in line with a healthcare plan. Where required, additional training will be provided as appropriate, and an additional allowance may be an entitlement whilst undertaking such duties.
• All school employees are responsible for contributing to a learning environment that is innovative, engaging, happy and fulfilling for all pupils, and for ensuring all pupils’ safety and welfare

Key Documents

Job Description and Person Specification.docx

Application Information Pack.docx

Application Form.docx

Key Dates

Closing Date: Thursday 26 November 2026

Interview Date: Monday 30 November 2026 (some flexibility if this is not possible due to tight turnaround)

Venue for Interview: Settrington CE Primary School, Chapel Road, Settrington, Malton, YO17 8NB

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

Position type: 16.25 hours per week, Term Time Only