Teaching Assistant, level 3Council

Key details

• Employment type: Fixed Term
• Hours: 34 hours per week, Part time
• Package: Contract: fixed term until the end of the 2026-2027 academic year

SCHOOL VACANCY

Clifton Green Primary School are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and nurturing Level 3 Teaching Assistant who wants to make a real difference to the lives and learning of young children.

You will be a positive role model who brings warmth, enthusiasm and commitment to our school community, creating an environment where every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to succeed.

The ideal candidate will:

• have experience of delivering high-quality interventions to small groups of children, supporting their individual learning needs and helping them make progress
• have experience of providing short term cover for Class Teachers
• be patient, nurturing and understanding of the individual needs of young children
• bring positive energy, a flexible and enthusiastic attitude and a proactive approach to their work
• have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• be able to build positive, trusting relationships with children and colleagues
• be adaptable and able to use their initiative.

At Clifton Green Primary School, we offer a welcoming, inclusive school environment with friendly and supportive colleagues and enthusiastic children who love learning!

Working hours: 34 per week, 8.30am-3.30pm on a Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

On Wednesdays you would be expected to attend our staff meeting which finishes at 4.45pm.

You will have half an hour’s unpaid lunch break everyday.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is subject to the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009 and as such shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a Disqualification Declaration. Any information supplied will be discussed at interview.

Please visit the vacancy section on our website for more information and to download an application form;

https://www.cliftongreenprimary.co.uk/about/volunteering-and-vacancies/

Please send your typed City of York application form plus a covering letter to [email protected]

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Closing date: Sunday 22 November 2026 at 12 midnight

Interview date: Week commencing 23 November 2026.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are encouraged.

City of York Council (CYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools, academies and external organisations (third parties). CYC are not responsible for the recruitment and employment practices of these third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment or employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

Position type: Part time