Pickering Start Date: ASAP Part Time | 15 Hours per Week | Fixed Term until August 2027 General Teaching Assistant (GTA – SEND) We are currently working on behalf of a welcoming primary school who are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed General Teaching Assistant (SEND) to join their team on a part-time, fixed term basis. This rewarding opportunity will involve working 15 hours per week, supporting a pupil with SEND each morning (9.00am – 12.00pm, Monday to Friday), working closely alongside the class teacher and SENDCo to help deliver tailored support and provision. They are looking for a practitioner who: • Has experience working with children with SEND within a primary setting • Can provide consistent, calm and effective pastoral and learning support • Works well collaboratively with teachers and support staff • Puts children at the heart of everything they do • Brings patience, empathy and a positive approach to learning support • Is committed to helping pupils make meaningful progress both academically and personally In return, the successful candidate can expect: • A supportive, friendly and welcoming school community • A strong team ethos with caring and dedicated staff • High expectations and a shared commitment to continuous improvement • The opportunity to make a real difference to a child’s learning journey • A school that values collaboration, positivity and professional development Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged to get a feel for the ethos, values and curriculum on offer. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks. Shortlisted candidates may also be subject to an online search.