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Relief General Teaching Assistant

The Forest School · Knaresborough · North Yorkshire

Job description

The Forest School has always been a very special school - our children are amazing and they teach us something new every day and this is a really exciting time to join us as we have only recently joined Wellspring Academy Trust.

We currently have vacancies for General Teaching Assistants to support our children who all have special educational needs.

We are interested in hearing from people who:

  • Are self-motivated, customer-focused and organised.

  • Enjoy working as part of an inclusive team.

  • Have a commitment to supporting the work of education leaders and who are passionate about learning.

If you would like a role where every day is different, where the opportunity to make a difference to the life of our young people is appealing to you and if you would like to join a team of inspirational practitioners, then we would like to hear from you.

Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference. We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.

As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be taken up and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance interview.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.

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About this school

The Forest School

Academy special converter · Ages 2–16

Not rated
Pupils
148
Avg teacher salary
£55,450
Pupil:teacher ratio
8.8:1
Academy trust
WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0DQ

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Salary
£19,789.67 - £20,752.92 Annually (Actual) Casual contract, Potentially 08:45 - 15:45 Monday - Friday. Term Time Only. Flexible/reduced hours will be considered
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
23 June 2026
Closing date
30 June 2026

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