Salary: Actual staring salary £8,235
Contract: Fixed Term 1 Year
Hours: 12.83 hours per week, Monday – Tuesday, 39 weeks per year term time only, plus training days.
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire - Wheatcroft Community Primary School
General Teaching Assistant (GTA) with SEN Allowance and Midday Supervisory (MSA) role.
Option of a GTA/MSA Supply Contract for non-working days.
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference for pupils and be part of a warm and welcoming community?
Wheatcroft Community Primary School are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic General Teaching Assistant to join our primary school for 2 days per week (Monday and Tuesday) on a fixed-term basis. This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils in a nurturing and inclusive learning environment with the potential of a supply contract for your non-working days for the right candidate.
The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide high quality classroom support, with a particular focus on pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). They will help to promote pupils' academic, social and emotional development, ensuring all children can access learning and achieve their potential.
The successful candidate will
- Be patient, understanding and compassionate in their approach to supporting children.
- Have experience of working with pupils with SEND, including adapting support to meet individual needs.
- Demonstrate a good understanding of inclusive practice and strategies that help pupils engage successfully in learning.
- Have experience of working with primary-aged children more generally, either within a school or a similar setting.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers.
- Be able to work effectively as part of a team while also using their own initiative.
- Support pupils' wellbeing, confidence and independence.
- Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We offer a warm, welcoming and supportive school community, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our pupils.
This post is subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS clearance.
More information
Please see below for the job description, person specification and application form.
Key dates
Closing Date: 3rd July 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Start Date: September 2026
Key documents
Job Description & Person Specification.pdf
Application Form.docx
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