General Teaching Assistant and Higher Level Teaching Assistant

General Teaching Assistant and Higher Level Teaching Assistant Salary: £25,620 to £25,989 per annum pro rata

Contract Type: Established

Hours/Working Pattern: 15 hours per week, Term Time Only

• GTA

Salary: £25,620 to £25,989 per annum pro rata

Grade: CD SCP 3-6

Contract Type: Established

Vacancy Hours: 15 hours per week, Term Time Only

Location: Sherburn In Elmet, North Yorkshire

HLTA

Salary: £27,254 to £29,064 per annum pro rata

Grade: F SCP 8-13

Contract Type:  Established

Vacancy Hours: 7.5 hours per week, Term Time Only

Required from September 2026

Athelstan Community Primary School, Milford Road, Sherburn in Elmet, North Yorkshire, LS25 6QN

01977 684037

admin@athelstan.n-yorks.sch.uk

Head teacher: Miss K M O'Donnell MA BED PGCPSE

Athelstan School is looking to appoint an outstanding and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to join our hard-working, dedicated team. The post is 22.5 hours per week, working across the school, providing classroom support. The post will involve working as a GTA during the morning then 3 afternoons working as a HLTA providing PPA cover to KS2 classes.

We would like someone who is flexible, self-motivated, resilient and positively promotes inclusion, has high expectations for all and will be keen to set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils including those with additional needs. The successful candidate must have experience of working with children in a primary setting.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Hardworking with a 'can do' attitude
• Conscientious
• Enthusiastic
• With a desire to help children reach their potential
• Excellent communication skills
• Calm understanding manner
• Can plan and deliver lessons under the direction of the class teacher
• Creative and adaptable with learning opportunities
• Is able to support positive engagement and interaction with peers
• You has experience of positive behaviour strategies
• Is committed to supporting high standards of teaching and learning throughout school
• Is keen to work as part of a close team, as well as have the ability to develop warm relationships with children, colleagues and parents.

We offer:

• Friendly supportive caring team
• Training, induction and support
• Rewarding stimulating work
• Modern, spacious well equip facilities
• Opportunities to develop professionally
• Full NYC benefits and pension

Athelstan School is a friendly, warm and welcoming school there is a strong family and inclusive ethos, where teamwork is highly valued and the role of the individual within the team is respected, there is a friendly, happy and caring atmosphere where children are nurtured to progress in a supportive learning environment and we aim for everyone 'to be the best that they can be'. We welcome applications from those with experience and those new to the role.

We are committed to inclusion. Athelstan CP School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to enhanced DBS, suitable references and medical clearance.

To find out more about the school please visit: www.athelstan.n-yorks.sch.uk

For an application pack please contact Mrs Thompson, School Business Manager, Athelstan CP School, Milford Road, Sherburn in Elmet, LS25 6QN. Telephone: 01977 684037 or Email: admin@athelstan.n-yorks.sch.uk

Application packs can also be downloaded from the school website: www.athelstan.n-yorks.sch.uk

Key Documents

Job Description and Person Specification for GTA.pdf

Job Description and Person Specification for HLTA.pdf

Child Protection Statement.pdf

Information regarding application.pdf

Application form.docx

Key Dates

Closing Date: Friday 04 September 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 14 September 2026

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.

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General Teaching Assistant and Higher Level Teaching Assistant

GTA

Salary: £25,620 to £25,989 per annum pro rata

Grade: CD SCP 3-6

Contract Type: Established

Vacancy Hours: 15 hours per week, Term Time Only

Location: Sherburn In Elmet, North Yorkshire

HLTA

Salary: £27,254 to £29,064 per annum pro rata

Grade: F SCP 8-13

Contract Type: Established

Vacancy Hours: 7.5 hours per week, Term Time Only

Required from September 2026

Athelstan Community Primary School, Milford Road, Sherburn in Elmet, North Yorkshire, LS25 6QN

01977 684037

admin@athelstan.n-yorks.sch.uk

Head teacher: Miss K M O'Donnell MA BED PGCPSE

Athelstan School is looking to appoint an outstanding and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to join our hard-working, dedicated team. The post is 22.5 hours per week, working across the school, providing classroom support. The post will involve working as a GTA during the morning then 3 afternoons working as a HLTA providing PPA cover to KS2 classes.

We would like someone who is flexible, self-motivated, resilient and positively promotes inclusion, has high expectations for all and will be keen to set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils including those with additional needs. The successful candidate must have experience of working with children in a primary setting.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Hardworking with a 'can do' attitude
• Conscientious
• Enthusiastic
• With a desire to help children reach their potential
• Excellent communication skills
• Calm understanding manner
• Can plan and deliver lessons under the direction of the class teacher
• Creative and adaptable with learning opportunities
• Is able to support positive engagement and interaction with peers
• You has experience of positive behaviour strategies
• Is committed to supporting high standards of teaching and learning throughout school
• Is keen to work as part of a close team, as well as have the ability to develop warm relationships with children, colleagues and parents.

We offer:

• Friendly supportive caring team
• Training, induction and support
• Rewarding stimulating work
• Modern, spacious well equip facilities
• Opportunities to develop professionally
• Full NYC benefits and pension

Athelstan School is a friendly, warm and welcoming school there is a strong family and inclusive ethos, where teamwork is highly valued and the role of the individual within the team is respected, there is a friendly, happy and caring atmosphere where children are nurtured to progress in a supportive learning environment and we aim for everyone 'to be the best that they can be'. We welcome applications from those with experience and those new to the role.

We are committed to inclusion. Athelstan CP School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to enhanced DBS, suitable references and medical clearance.

To find out more about the school please visit: www.athelstan.n-yorks.sch.uk

For an application pack please contact Mrs Thompson, School Business Manager, Athelstan CP School, Milford Road, Sherburn in Elmet, LS25 6QN. Telephone: 01977 684037 or Email: admin@athelstan.n-yorks.sch.uk

Application packs can also be downloaded from the school website: www.athelstan.n-yorks.sch.uk

Key Documents

Job Description and Person Specification for GTA.pdf

Job Description and Person Specification for HLTA.pdf

Child Protection Statement.pdf

Information regarding application.pdf

Application form.docx

Key Dates

Closing Date: Friday 04 September 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 14 September 2026

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.

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General Teaching Assistant and Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Salary: £25,620 - £25,989 per annum pro rata

Posted: 29/07/2026

Closing date: 04/09/2026

Closing time: 23:59

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