Advanced Teaching Assistant SEN

Advanced Teaching Assistant with SEN allowance

Location: Gladstone Road Primary School, Scarborough

Contract: Fixed term until July 2027

Hours/ Working Pattern: 32.5 hours per week. 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday – Friday, Term time only

Salary/ Hourly Rate: Grade E, £13.92 - £14.59 per hour +SEN Allowance

Closing Date: 9am, Tuesday 10th November

Interview Date: Tuesday 17th November

Start Date: As soon as possible

A historic school, providing education to the children of Scarborough since 1896

Here at Gladstone Road Primary School , we provide a friendly and inspirational education setting for our staff and children. As a four-form primary school you join the largest primary team (in the area) who will support and challenge you in your practice.

Set in a historic school in the heart of Scarborough, we are very much an extension of local families and communities, and we pride ourselves on being able to offer more than just ‘schooling’.

We make the most of what is in the local area to provide pupils with a variety of educational experiences, ranging from annual trips to the beach in the summertime, attending local museums and art galleries, castles and more. Linking the curriculum to offsite activities to bring learning to life.

Being part of #teamglaggo means you will be part of a forward-thinking, evolving, individual school.

We welcomed our experienced Headteacher in January 2020 and since then, have overhauled our curriculum, leadership structure, provision, and learning environments, which we celebrated with a 'Good' Ofsted report in July 2023
. We have a committed, talented and cohesive staff, delightful children and strong and supportive Governors – every one of us united to build a school we can all be proud of.

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Advanced Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming school community.

In this rewarding role, you will work closely with identified pupils with special educational needs, providing targeted support to help them reach their full potential. You will play a vital part in their day-to-day school experience, developing strong relationships and supporting their academic, social and emotional progress.

We are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant who is patient, resilient and deeply committed to making a meaningful difference to the lives of pupils with SEN.

Working in our school is incredibly rewarding. Our support staff are highly regarded, and we pride ourselves on developing our support colleagues to excel and further develop their career through specialised training and career paths.

We encourage applications from candidates who have a passion for education and wish to work in a setting which offers reward and challenge. A resilient, robust and positive mindset are required.

• Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (such as a Level 3 TA or Childcare qualification)
• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a school or childcare setting
• Experience working with special needs pupils

• A school with a renewed focus that puts pastoral and nurture provision at its heart and an aspirational outlook for our children
• Happy, enthusiastic children who are thriving and have a thirst for learning
• Clear and tailored CPD for all staff

Informal visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. For queries or to arrange a visit, please contact Chloe Bullen on  or via ch

Chloe has been engaged to support us with recruiting to this exciting opportunity.

Please contact us if you experience any difficulty with the application process.

Unfortunately, we do not accept CVs.

The interview process will involve an observed session with a group of pupils, and a formal interview.