Bilingual Teaching Assistant - Urdu, Keresley Newland Primary Academy

Introduction

Keresley Academies, Keresley Newland Primary School is a thriving school that is committed to Building Brighter Futures for all of their students.

Every decision we make is about the young people we serve, their learning experience and their personal development. We are looking to expand our team of talented professionals who excel in their field to help us on the next phase of our exciting journey.

A great opportunity has become available at Keresley Newland Primary School for an excellent bilingual teaching assistant to liaise with Urdu-speaking families, ensuring clear and effective communication around complex needs in order to support the Headteacher and SENCo.

To support and contribute to the education and development of a named pupil, within a classroom by providing appropriate opportunities, care and supervision, ensuring that the pupil is able to safely access all aspects of school life, and is able to achieve their full potential during their time at Keresley Newland.

In the absence of the named pupil, to work with teachers to support and enhance the teaching and learning of small groups/individual pupils and ensure pupils make progress in line with their targets.

Provide dual language support for Urdu speaking children to help them understand their complex needs.

• A friendly, welcoming, supportive school environment
• Enthusiastic, curious and eager pupils
• A strong commitment to professional development
• Opportunities to develop teaching skills and progress within the school

Grade 3 £ 25,430 - £26,661 per annum (Full Time Equivalent) - £20,875 - £21,885 per annum (Pro-Rata)

35 Hours Per Week / 39 weeks per annum

Working pattern to be agreed

• Competitive rates of pay
• Extensive professional development opportunities across the Trust
• Career pathways across the Trust
• Teacher / Local Authority Pension Scheme
• Online retail discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Family Friendly policies to support family & carer commitments
• Flexible Working Arrangements

19 June 2026

TBC

The Futures Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates for all positions will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and Social Media check.