Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive school team. You will work closely with teaching staff to support learning across the primary curriculum, promote positive behaviour, and help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment. About Our School Rossett Acre Primary School is a two-form entry school in south Harrogate with over 400 pupils. Guided by our vision of Excellence and Happiness for All, we aim to help every child reach their full potential in a positive, supportive environment. We have a dedicated, collaborative staff team committed to high-quality teaching and an inclusive, caring culture. Strong relationships with pupils and families underpin our ethos, with wellbeing prioritised for both staff and children. We are embedding the One Life philosophy, encouraging intention, kindness and resilience. Our extensive outdoor provision, including Forest School, enriches learning and supports pupils’ confidence, creativity and curiosity. - Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 14.9% , plus a wide range of benefits and discounts. Full details HERE - Flexible working options : We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements - Supportive environment : We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being - Community culture : Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team - Professional development : We invest in your growth at every stage of your career About You To be a good fit for this role, you will be: - Capable of working with individual pupils and small groups, under the direction of the class teacher, to provide for each individual child's stage of development and interests, regardless of disabilities, family background or medical history - Able to support the class teacher in managing the classroom and its resources - Able to support pupils to access learning, develop confidence and independence, and make progress across the primary curriculum Next Steps Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application. Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’. Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.