General Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Salary: £25,614 to £26,847 per annum pro rata

Grade: CD

Contract: Fixed term, term time

Hours: 30 hours per week

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Grove Road Community Primary School

General Teaching Assistant (SEN)- Harrogate, Grove Road Community

Fixed Term to 31st August 2027 , Term time only

30 hours per week.

Grade CD

Grove Road School is excited to offer the opportunity for the right candidate to join our school. This is a challenging yet rewarding role that will involve working with class teachers, the SENCO and other support staff to facilitate the teaching and learning of pupils.

As a teaching assistant, you will work closely with students requiring individual support due to complex needs. You will play a key role in enabling access to learning, supporting communication and promoting independence and well- being.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Provide one-to-one support for children with Special Education Needs.

• Assist the classroom teacher in delivering engaging and differentiated activities.

• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

• Support the implementation of Education, Health & Care Plans (EHCPs)

• Foster a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Applicants are advised to read the job description and person specification fully prior to completing an application form. If you are passionate about supporting children’s learning and making a difference then we invite you to apply to join our highly skilled, friendly and supportive team.

Visits to school are encouraged, if you would like to make an appointment, please contact the school office on 01423 506060.

Our school is committed to the safeguarding of children and promoting child welfare. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. All candidates will be required to provide identification if invited for interview. References will be checked.

Completed application forms should be returned via email to [email protected] yorks.sch.uk no later than 16th October.

Key documents

Job description.pdf

Application form.docx

Key dates

Closing date: 16th October 2026

Interview date: 3rd November 2026

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General Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Salary: £25,614 - £26,847

Posted: 25/09/2026

Closing date: 16/10/2026

Closing time: 23:59 (BST)