Salary: £25,620 to £25,989 per annum pro rata
Grade: C
Contract: Fixed term
Hours: 16.25 hours per week
Location: Richmond, North Yorkshire, Trinity Academy
Grade/Band : Grade C (scale point 3-6)
Vacancy Hours: 16.25 hours per week (term time only)- 2 positions available
Contract Type: Fixed term contract to 31.12.26 although there may be the potential for this to be extended.
Weekend Working: No
Application Closing Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026, noon
Start date: As soon as possible
Advert Details
This role is an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated Early Years team, working within our new two-year-old provision at this delightful primary school in Richmond. You will play a key role in creating a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment where our youngest children can thrive, learn and grow.
We are looking for a compassionate, dedicated and enthusiastic individual who understands the importance of early childhood development and is committed to providing the very best start for every child. The successful candidate will support children's learning through play, help to develop their communication, social and emotional skills, and foster strong, positive relationships with children and their families.
Our school is a caring and inclusive community where every child is valued and celebrated. We are seeking someone who s our commitment to inclusion, can inspire curiosity and confidence in young learners, and will contribute positively to our ambitious vision for all children to flourish. While this role will initially be based within the two-year-old provision, there may be opportunities to work across other areas of the school as required.
The successful candidate will be:
- A calm and nurturing individual
- Have some experience working with pupils with additional needs
- Able to support pupils emotional well being
- Willing to undertake CPD and coaching from within school
- Confident to use their own initiative, implement new strategies and take on board advice from external agencies
What we can offer:
- Happy and welcoming pupils, staff, governors and parents
- A warm, supportive environment in which to work, learn and develop
- Opportunity to work in collaboration with other schools and be part of a successful and supportive Trust
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment. The school is also committed to safer recruitment procedures. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check. In relation to Data Protection, Information Security and Confidentiality, all staff are required to comply with the school's policies and supporting documentation in respect of these issues.
If you are interested in this role, you are welcome to arrange a conversation with Marie Mann, Headteacher. Please contact me by email:
[email protected]
Completed application forms should be addressed to the Headteacher and sent by email to
[email protected]Key documents
Application pack.docx
Application form.docx
Key dates
Closing date: 1st September 2026
Start date: As soon as possible
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.
