Level 3 Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support)
Clifton Green Primary School is seeking to appoint a skilled, caring and committed Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support a child with complex needs.
Who Are We Looking For?
Do you have experience of supporting children with special educational needs? Are you patient, resilient and passionate about helping children achieve their full potential? Do you enjoy working as part of a supportive team and building positive relationships with children and families?
If so, you may be the person we are looking for.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant who can provide high-quality support for a child with complex needs. The successful candidate will bring patience, positivity and a nurturing approach to their work and will be committed to helping children thrive both academically and emotionally.
The Successful Candidate Will:
- Have experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- Be caring, patient and resilient in their approach to supporting children
- Hold a Level 3 qualification, or be working towards completing it by September 2026
- Be skilled in promoting children’s speech, language and communication
- Work effectively as part of a dedicated and supportive team
- Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
In Return, We Offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- Enthusiastic and friendly children who love learning
- A supportive and experienced staff team
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme
- Access to the Technology Purchase Scheme
- Discounts at a range of supermarkets and high street retailers
Job Details
Job Title: Level 3 Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support)
Salary Grade: Grade 6, Level 1–4
Salary: £15,578 per annum
Hours: 19 hours per week over three days
Contract: Fixed-Term Contract
Working Pattern: Term time only, plus one week for training days (39 weeks per year)
Start Date: September 2026
School Visits
We actively encourage prospective applicants to visit our school, meet our team and see first-hand how our vision, ethos and virtues shape daily school life.
To arrange a visit, please email:
recruitment@cliftongreenprimary.co.uk
Please include your availability when making contact.
How to Apply
Please visit the vacancies section of our website to download an application form.
Please send your completed City of York Council application form, together with a covering letter explaining why you are interested in the role and what you could bring to the position, to:
recruitment@cliftongreenprimary.co.uk
Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
Closing Date: Friday 26 June 2026 at midnight
Interview Date: Week commencing 29 June 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.
Pre-Employment Checks
The successful candidate will be required to provide:
- Details of two referees (one must be your current or most recent employer)
- Photographic identification
- Three forms of identification to enable the school to undertake a criminal record check
Acceptable forms of identification include:
- Passport
- Driving licence
- Birth certificate
- Recent bank statement
- Recent Council Tax bill
- Recent Child Benefit statement
- Recent utility bill
Safeguarding
Clifton Green Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
