Killinghall C.E. Primary School

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We are seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing and experienced HLTA to join our vibrant and welcoming team at Killinghall CE Primary School. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to helping every child succeed – particularly those who are vulnerable and require additional support. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high-quality support and fostering a positive learning environment for our children.

We are looking for someone who is flexible, adaptable and nurturing. Someone who is energetic, passionate and able to 'bring about the best' for all members of our community. We encourage our staff to ignite the individual lights within each child. Ultimately, we want our staff to live out our school vision and to ‘strive, share and shine’. The position is ideal for an experienced HLTA or a qualified teacher looking for a change from regular classroom practice.

Responsibilities
As HLTA you will:

• Plan and deliver cover lessons when a teacher is out on a course or has leadership time.
• Plan and deliver interventions for pupils across the school who require targeted support; this ranges from pupils with special educational needs to pupils who currently need additional support with their mental health. You will work closely with the SENDCo and other specialists to look at identified needs and deliver this.
• Act as family liaison – you will work to support families who are in need of additional support. Ensuring we continue to forge positive, trusting relationships so that children attend school regularly.
• Create a supportive and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and respected.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to support the overall development and well-being of our children.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance practice and stay abreast of educational trends and best practices.

We can offer you:

• A bright future with professional development opportunities to enhance your career.
• A committed, genuinely supportive team – all keen to work together and live out our vision together. 
• Amazing children to work with – who we believe CAN achieve great things.
• A friendly, happy school with a commitment to knowing each member of the school community and the part they play.

This is a full-time, term-time only post; 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

Killinghall CE Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy 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.

• Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. Please contact our School Office via phone or email, to arrange a visit.
• Application forms should be forwarded to hr@killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk  
• CVs will not be accepted.
• This post is initially fixed term until 31^st August 2027.
• Closing date for applications: 12:00pm, Friday, 18th September 2026.

Job Description:

We are seeking to recruit two full-time Teaching Assistant to support the needs of our pupils across all Key Stages. The hours are 31.25 hours per week, working Monday to Friday, 08.45 -15.30, TTO + 1 week.

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!

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

As a North Yorkshire Council employee, you will have access to some great benefits via our Everybody Benefit’s scheme such as shopping discounts, home technology and green car salary sacrifice schemes, financial wellbeing and health assured and our employee assistance programme to assist with your health and wellbeing. You will also have access to our local government pension scheme, a generous plan for your retirement where the minimum employer contribution is around 15%. For more information on the benefits, we offer please see our Total Rewards Brochure: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/total-rewards

Interested applicants are asked to submit their application form to Mrs Benson at HR@killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk by Monday 28 September 2026. CVs will NOT be accepted. Application forms can be downloaded from our website: https://www.killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk/n-yorks/primary/killinghall/site/pages/schoolinformation/vacancies

This is initially a fixed term contract until August 2027.

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.

Work Location: In person