General Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 04 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 June 2026 |
| Location: | Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 5EP |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1236c780-527d-40a0-ac9d-22640466dfe6 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Grove Road School is excited to offer the opportunity for the right candidate to join our school in September. This is a challenging yet rewarding role that will involve working with class teachers, the SENCO and other support staff to facilitate the teaching and learning of pupils.
The role will be to provide specific support to the teacher in the care of pupils and management of the nursery and reception classroom to support pupils in relation to their individual abilities.
You will ideally have experience of working in a school setting supporting both groups and individuals, ongoing professional development will be provided. You will require a DFE approved level 3 or equivalent qualification in Early Years .
Applicants are advised to read the job description and person specification fully prior to completing an application form. If you are passionate about supporting children’s learning and making a difference then we invite you to apply to join our highly skilled, friendly and supportive team. Visits to school are encouraged, if you would like to make an appointment, please contact the school office on 01423 506060.
Our school is committed to the safeguarding of children and promoting child welfare. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. All candidates will be required to provide identification if invited for interview.References will be checked. Completed application forms should be returned via email torecruitment@groveroad.n-yorks.sch.ukno later than Monday 15th June 2026.
Interview date TBC
What the school offers its staff
In return we will offer you:
• A welcoming, caring and dedicated staff who are committed to providing the best outcomes for our children
• Excellent opportunities for continued professional development
• Dedicated release time
• A strong, ambitious and supportive leadership team
• A nurturing, inclusive culture and ethos that recognises the efforts of all members of the school community
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Grove Road School is excited to offer the opportunity for the right candidate to join our school in September. This is a challenging yet rewarding role that will involve working with class teachers, the SENCO and other support staff to facilitate the teaching and learning of pupils.
The role will be to provide specific support to the teacher in the care of pupils and management of the nursery and reception classroom to support pupils in relation to their individual abilities.
You will ideally have experience of working in a school setting supporting both groups and individuals, ongoing professional development will be provided. You will require a DFE approved level 3 or equivalent qualification in Early Years .
Applicants are advised to read the job description and person specification fully prior to completing an application form. If you are passionate about supporting children’s learning and making a difference then we invite you to apply to join our highly skilled, friendly and supportive team. Visits to school are encouraged, if you would like to make an appointment, please contact the school office on 01423 506060.
Our school is committed to the safeguarding of children and promoting child welfare. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. All candidates will be required to provide identification if invited for interview.References will be checked. Completed application forms should be returned via email torecruitment@groveroad.n-yorks.sch.ukno later than Monday 15th June 2026.
Interview date TBC
What the school offers its staff
In return we will offer you:
• A welcoming, caring and dedicated staff who are committed to providing the best outcomes for our children
• Excellent opportunities for continued professional development
• Dedicated release time
• A strong, ambitious and supportive leadership team
• A nurturing, inclusive culture and ethos that recognises the efforts of all members of the school community
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.