Advanced Teaching Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 11 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £16,758 i £17,293 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Salary shown above is pro rata, based on an Full Time Equivalent of £25,185 to £25,989 (Grade D, Scale Points 04-06) |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 05 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Poppleton Ousebank Primary School, Main Street, Upper Poppleton, York, YO26 6JT |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Heartwood Learning Trust. |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 58684 |
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We are seeking an exceptional Advanced Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant, inclusive, and high-performing primary school where every child is nurtured, challenged, and celebrated. At Poppleton Ousebank, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and stimulating environment that supports academic excellence and emotional wellbeing. We have a strong ethos of collaboration, a commitment to continuous professional development, and a dedicated team who works tirelessly to ensure every child reaches their potential. The school demonstrates high ambition for pupils with SEND, ensuring their needs are well considered and understood by all staff. Ofsted 2024.
We need an Advanced Teaching Assistant who:
Has a passion for child development and truly wants to ‘make a difference'
Can nurture and engage positively with all children, including those with special educational needs, on a regular basis
Has experience of working with children on a 1:1 basis and planning and delivering small group work, across a range of abilities
Is an exemplary staff member who is able to secure high standards of engagement, effective communication with children, staff, parents and visitors
Is an individual who is willing to ‘go that extra mile’ to better the life chances of our children
Is able to demonstrate energy and dynamism and keen to make a difference
Is someone who sets high standards for their own work.
Is a team player who listens to and values the opinions of others, while bringing their own ideas and initiative.
In supporting our school you will get:
To work with amazing children who are respectful, kind and friendly at all times.Pupils’ behaviour across the school is exemplary. Pupils are proud to be a part of Poppleton Ousebank Primary School. They treat their school and each other with high levels of respect. Ofsted 2024.
To work with a very supportive and dedicated team of staff who 'go over and above' to ensure all children get the very best.Leaders have prioritised the well-being of staff. The staff feel well supported by the senior leadership team. They are proud to work in this school. Ofsted 2024
To work in a community with team spirit in abundance, where parents actively encourage and help our children and staff
Access to professional development and training
A culture where staff wellbeing is prioritised including an expectation that staff are not expected to respond to emails outside of working hours
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and wellbeing support
To work with very supportive governing body, parents and children
Job Details
Hours of Work: 28.75 Hours per Week, Term Time Only
Position Type: Permanent Post
Line Manager: Phase Leader
Travel Required: No
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information
Application Process
Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.
Interviews will take place week commencing 9th March 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.
Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.
We need an Advanced Teaching Assistant who:
Has a passion for child development and truly wants to ‘make a difference'
Can nurture and engage positively with all children, including those with special educational needs, on a regular basis
Has experience of working with children on a 1:1 basis and planning and delivering small group work, across a range of abilities
Is an exemplary staff member who is able to secure high standards of engagement, effective communication with children, staff, parents and visitors
Is an individual who is willing to ‘go that extra mile’ to better the life chances of our children
Is able to demonstrate energy and dynamism and keen to make a difference
Is someone who sets high standards for their own work.
Is a team player who listens to and values the opinions of others, while bringing their own ideas and initiative.
In supporting our school you will get:
To work with amazing children who are respectful, kind and friendly at all times.Pupils’ behaviour across the school is exemplary. Pupils are proud to be a part of Poppleton Ousebank Primary School. They treat their school and each other with high levels of respect. Ofsted 2024.
To work with a very supportive and dedicated team of staff who 'go over and above' to ensure all children get the very best.Leaders have prioritised the well-being of staff. The staff feel well supported by the senior leadership team. They are proud to work in this school. Ofsted 2024
To work in a community with team spirit in abundance, where parents actively encourage and help our children and staff
Access to professional development and training
A culture where staff wellbeing is prioritised including an expectation that staff are not expected to respond to emails outside of working hours
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and wellbeing support
To work with very supportive governing body, parents and children
Job Details
Hours of Work: 28.75 Hours per Week, Term Time Only
Position Type: Permanent Post
Line Manager: Phase Leader
Travel Required: No
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information
Application Process
Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.
Interviews will take place week commencing 9th March 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.
Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.