Killinghall C.E. Primary School

Due to the increasing number of pupils in our school, we are seeking to recruit a Teaching Assistant for 32.5 hours a week to support the needs of our pupils. The post also requires 8 hours across four days in our After-School Club.

Killinghall is a friendly school, with enthusiastic pupils and dedicated staff team. Please visit our school website to get a flavour of who we are, visits to school are always encouraged.

 The successful candidates will need to have:

• The skills and confidence to work with children in early years and Key Stage 1;

• A proven track record in effectively supporting individuals within a primary school setting;

• The ability to establish excellent relationships with children and promote aspirational achievement for all groups of learners;

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team;

• Believe in the inclusion for all and is able to implement strategies to support children with SEND.

We can offer:

• Delightful children who are well mannered, curious and keen to learn

• A friendly staff team who are willing to share their expertise

• Support in your role through training and coaching

• A school where everyone helps each other to shine!

Visits to our school are welcome and can be arranged by contacting Mrs Thompson or Mrs Benson on 01423 506307 or admin@killinghall.nyorks.sch.uk

All contracts are term time only (TTO) contract plus the 5 staff training days each year.

Interested applicants are asked to submit their application to Mrs Thompson at admin@killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk by Friday 11th July 2025.

This is initially a fixed term contract until August 2026.

Killinghall CE Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy https://www.killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk/nyorks/primary/killinghall/site/pages/schoolinformation/safeguarding and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children. An online search may be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Killinghall CE Primary is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity.

An Enhanced DBS clearance will be required.