Teaching Assistant Level 3
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!
Visits to school
We actively encourage you to visit us, meet our team and see first-hand how our vision, ethos and virtues shape daily school life.
To book a visit, please contact us at recruitment@cliftongreenprimary.co.uk outlining your availability.
Details of the role
Salary grade: 6, starting on level 1
Salary: £26,952 pa
Working hours: 34 per week, 8.30am-3.30pm daily, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. On
Wednesday you would be expected to attend our staff meeting which finishes at 4.45pm. You will
have half an hours unpaid lunch break everyday
Contract: fixed term until the end of the 2026-2027 academic year
How to apply
The full Job Description can be found here
Please send your City of York Council application form plus a covering letter explaining why you are interested in the role and what you could bring to our team to recruitment@cliftongreenprimary.co.uk.
Please note that we do not accept CVs.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 22 November 2026 at midnight.
Interviews will take place during the 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.
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. We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
If you are interested in volunteering at our school, please contact our office or email cliftongreenpriimary@cliftongreenprimary.co.uk
We are currently looking for suitable, qualified people to join our governing board. If you would like to become a part of our school community, please see the information pack below.
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