Teaching Assistant

About this Role

Teaching Assistant

Lightcliffe Academy

Permanent, term time only, 38 weeks per year plus 5 days (39 weeks)

GRADE B3, scp 7 - 11, £26,403 to £28,142 per annum, pro rata

£18,413 - £19,626, based on 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

30 per week (potentially 32.5)

We are looking for a dedicated individual who has:

• the ability to develop and work in a strong, effective team
• commitment to developing the character of all our young people
• the ability to encourage and enthuse students to achieve their full potential

You will be:

• A highly motivated and hard working person
• A team player who can develop positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Someone who will support the Trust's Christian ethos as well as our shared mission and values

Our Trust, a family of eight academies in the Anglican Diocese of Leeds and in the geographical areas of Leeds and Calderdale, shares a mission to work

In Partnership to Educate, Nurture and Empower

We can offer:

• Friendly, welcoming academies with a strong Christian ethos as well as enthusiastic, well-motivated colleagues
• A 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discounts/offers at hight street and online retailers, cycle to work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Free onsite parking
• Membership of an excellent local government pension scheme

The closing date for this vacancy is 9:00am on Tuesday 29 September 2026

Abbey MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects our communities.