Overview
We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and proactive Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dedicated team. You will work alongside class teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences, provide targeted support to pupils, and help maintain a calm, child-centred environment. This role includes Breakfast and After School club duties and Lunchtime cover.
St George’s is a joyful, family-friendly Roman Catholic primary school in the heart of York. Rooted in the values of Kindness, Curiosity and Courage, we are dedicated to helping every child “be the best that they can be – together.” With exceptional outdoor spaces, a nurturing atmosphere, and a strong sense of community, our school is a calm and creative oasis for learning.
Catholic schools are welcoming places to pupils and members of staff from all faiths and none. More than a quarter of a million pupils and almost half of teachers in Catholic schools are not of the Catholic Faith.
Responsibilities
* Support teaching and learning across a range of subjects.
* Foster a warm, inclusive and respectful classroom atmosphere.
* Support the implementation of our positive behaviour strategies.
* Uphold and model our school virtues: Kindness, Curiosity, and Courage.
* Work in close partnership with teachers, families and the wider school community.
The Ideal Candidate Will
* Be fully qualified to work in Early years
* Be nurturing, reliable and committed to inclusive education.
* Share our passion for helping every child reach their full potential.
* Be flexible, reflective and eager to learn.
* Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Embrace the values and Catholic ethos of our school (you do not need to be Catholic to apply).
What We Offer
* A vibrant, caring school community.
* Enthusiastic, respectful and joyful children.
* A highly supportive staff team who love what they do.
* Opportunities for professional development.
Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.
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.
An application form and further details are available to download from https://npcat.org.uk/current-vacancies/
Please submit completed forms electronically to: enquiries@stgeorges.npcat.org.uk
Closing date: Thursday 2 October 2025 at 12 midnight
Interview date: To Be Confirmed
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