This role is ideal for child support workers or carers looking to progress into a teaching assistant career

About Us

Brompton Hall School is based within private grounds in the pretty village of Brompton-by-Sawdon and is a Special Education School for pupils aged between 8 and 16 years, who have an Education, Health and Care Plan.

Our Multi Academy Trust is a group of inspirational and aspirational mainstream and specialist schools in North Yorkshire, Hull and South Yorkshire whose main objective is to ensure that all pupils make exceptional progress through the development of outstanding staff.

Our Opportunity

This role is a varied one, based both within and outside of the classroom. You will be required to use your initiative, and work with small groups, as well as at times within the full class. Working under the instructions and guidance of teaching staff within and outside the classroom. You will use your skills to enhance the learning opportunities of the children within our school.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Achievement Support Assistant to join our team and support the delivery of activities within Brompton Hall School. This vital role involves working closely with pupils who face a range of needs and barriers to learning, helping to create a positive and inclusive environment where all children can thrive.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about engaging young learners, offering support tailored to their individual needs, and delivering creative and impactful activities. If you are a motivated individual with a strong desire to make a difference in the lives of children and are excited by the opportunity to work in a dynamic, nurturing setting, we would love to hear from you.

You will be highly organised, with the ability to: 

• Be able to build strong relationships with children
• Motivate and develop the children in your care
• Be passionate about seeing young people succeed

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• GCSE English and maths Grade A-C (or equivalent – eg Certificate in Adult Literacy / Numeracy Level 2)
• Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
• NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification is not essential but may be preferred

We can offer you:

• A supportive working environment
• A commitment to professional development
• An opportunity to work with a dynamic team

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professionals who are committed to making a difference.

If you feel you have the right qualities and would like to help take our school to the next level we would love to hear from you.

Queries / School Visits

Informal chats about the role are welcomed and encouraged. For queries or to arrange a call or visit with the Headteacher / Head of Department, please contact Chloe Bullen at Chloe.Bullen@northyorks.gov.uk or on 01609 536 964

Application Process

Download the job description

Please apply via Mynewterm

An email will be sent to shortlisted candidates with details of the interview process / shortlisting outcome.

We do not accept CV’s

Please contact us if you need to apply in a different format.

When applying please take into account the following:

Employment History

In line with KCSIE requirements, please complete your full employment history to ensure any gaps in your education and career history are accounted for.

Suitable References

When completing your application, please provide two employment referees. Generally, this should be your current and most recent Headteacher or line manager. Please note if your former Headteacher or line manager has since left, please use an alternative current senior staff member as they need to be in post at your former location to be able to confirm your details in full.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept personal references or personal email addresses.

Please get in touch for any queries if you are unsure.

Supporting Information

The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the job description & person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.

Venn Academy Trust is committed to achieving fairness and equality in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Our Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Online searches will be carried out as part of Venn Academy Trust’s recruitment due diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Please note this post is in regulated activity and exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS criminal records and barred list check for work with children. An online search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies and process applications on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Further information on how we process your data can be found here.