Salary: From £13.47 up to £14.13 per hour
Grade: E
Contract: Relief
Hours: Relief
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Weekend Working: No
Job Opportunity: Personalised Learning College, North Yorkshire (Post-16 High Needs)
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to join the Personalised Learning College (PLC) and play a key role in shaping the future of post-16 learners with High Needs.
About Personalised Learning College
PLC is a county-wide, person-centred programme supporting young people aged 16+ with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). We offer a vibrant and inclusive learning environment that empowers learners to follow personalised pathways toward independence, employment, and community participation.
Our learners engage in meaningful activities within their local communities, develop essential life skills, and build confidence through tailored support and opportunities.
Our Three Core Pathways:
* Personal Progress – Focuses on independence, communication, and self-confidence.
* Towards Independence – Builds functional skills, personal safety awareness, and community engagement.
* Towards Employment – Prepares learners for the workplace through accredited qualifications and work experience, often leading to Supported Internships.
The Role
As a General Teaching Assistant, you will:
* Provide excellent one to one and group supervision support strategies.
* Provide evidence of learner progress and achievement, ensuring the learner's voice is central.
* Champion person-centred learning and ensure learners are supported to achieve their goals.
* Safeguard our vulnerable young people.
* Undertake personal Care.
What We are Looking For
We're seeking someone who is:
* Committed to inclusive education and learner empowerment.
* Skilled and experienced in supporting young people with SEND.
* Organised, proactive, caring and passionate about personalised learning.
* Resilient and can work in a high pressured and sometimes challenging environment
* Experienced in the use of sensory methods to ensure learners can access the curriculum
Clearances and References:
The post holder is required to a satisfactory enhanced DBS clearance.
To comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education and North Yorkshire Council's recruitment policy, roles involving regulated activity require two satisfactory references: One reference must come from the current or most recent employer. If the candidate has previously worked with children, a reference should also be obtained from that employer. All references must be signed by a senior person, typically the Headteacher or Chair of Governors.
Interview Process for General Teaching Assistant Roles
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a half day interview, support in a session and take part in a formal interview.
Why Join Us?
At PLC, you will be part of a vibrant, supportive team making a real impact. You will help young people access local learning opportunities that lead to community participation, independent living, and employment.The most recent inspection report can be found by following this link North Yorkshire Council - Open - Find an Inspection Report - Ofsted
In addition to this, we can offer the follow benefits:
Pension Scheme:
* for your future with our generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Fitness Discounts: Discounted Gym memberships at various gyms across the county.
* Lifestyle Savings: Enjoy a wide range of discounts at hundreds of popular high-street and online retailers.
* And more: Additional wellbeing support, employee assistance, and development opportunities.
Interested?
To find out more about working with Personalised Learning College, please contact Laken Robson, Partnership Development Officer via email at
Key documents
Job
Total rewards brochure
Key dates
Closing date: Sunday 1st March 2026
Interview date: To Be Confirmed
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.
It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk.
We are committed to the inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk*
Relief General Teaching Assistant
Posted: 11/02/2026
Closing date: 01/03/2026
Closing time: 23:59