Teaching Assistant

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic, experienced and well-regarded team.

The post holder will be a member of the Upper Key Stage 2 Team working under the supervision and direction/guidance of our SENCo, Phase Lead and Lead Teaching Assistant. You will be required to work in a variety of ways to ensure that our pupils with additional needs are fully included in the life of the learning community and have equal opportunity to fulfil their full potential.

Experience of working with children with complex needs would be an advantage.

You should have an understanding of the educational needs of children, be able to work collaboratively with others and be flexible in your approach to work.

In the first instance, this post is temporary for one year which may be extended dependent on the needs of the school.

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children and expects our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an online search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available online.