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Cundall Manor is situated in a magnificent 28-acre site in the vale of York, between Ripon and Thirsk. The school occupies a very accessible position, being close to the A1 and A168.
We are a thriving fully co-educational school which caters for children between the ages of 2 and 16 years of age. Boys and girls are thoroughly prepared for entry into a variety of senior schools and we have a good scholarship record. Much has changed in the last 20 years and continual improvements are being made to keep abreast of changing needs and increasing numbers.
The school boasts well-equipped classrooms and science laboratories, a 20-metre indoor heated swimming pool, a skateboard park, numerous rugby, football and hockey pitches as well as cricket nets and our famous tipis.
Learning Support Teaching Assistant – Full Time
Required for January 2027 or earlier
Cundall Manor School is a thriving independent co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 2–16, located in a beautiful rural setting near the North Yorkshire Moors, with excellent transport links to York, Harrogate, Ripon and Thirsk.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and proactive Full Time, Learning Support Assistant to play a key role in supporting pupils across Cundall Manor School by ensuring they can access learning effectively and make strong progress.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Learning Support (SENCo) and Academic Staff to provide in-class support, deliver targeted 1:1 and small group interventions, and assist with the day-to-day organisation of learning support provision. You will help to create a positive, inclusive learning environment, offering guidance, encouragement and practical assistance to pupils with a range of learning needs. You may also  be required to support pupils during assessments and internal examinations to ensure appropriate access arrangements are implemented.
Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a warm and positive approach, and a willingness to contribute fully to the wider life of this busy and vibrant school. An enthusiasm for creative arts, sport, outdoor learning and enrichment activities would be highly valued.
The role includes responsibilities to support the pastoral wellbeing and academic progress of pupils, and contributing to the school’s rich co-curricular programme, educational visits and whole-school events.
In return, we offer a friendly and inclusive working environment. Our benefits package includes a competitive salary, a generous contributory pension scheme, and free lunch and refreshments during term time.
For more information and to apply for the role, please refer to the application pack attached or contact Debbie Pitt, School Business Manager: debbiepitt@cundallmanor.org.uk or Judith Jay, PA to the Headmaster: hmpa@cundallmanor.org.uk
The closing date for applications is Friday 16 October 2026 at 9.00am. However, applications will be considered in the order in which they are received, and the school reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date should the ideal candidate be identified.
This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance.