Teaching Assistant

Post Title Teaching Assistant

Location Asquith Primary School, Horsfall Street, Morley, Leeds, LS27 9QY

Grade A1 – B1 (SCP 2 SCP 4 – 6)

Hours 32.5 (8:30-3:30pm) Term time + 3 days

Contract Fixed Term (One year in the 1st instance)

Start Date September 2024

Asquith Primary is a child-centered, vibrant and inclusive primary school. We pride ourselves on being a school that offers our pupils a well-rounded and truly enjoyable education, and are keen to give our children a wide range of opportunities in the arts, music, outdoor learning and sport.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our school. We are seeking to appoint a hardworking and dedicated Teaching Assistant to further complement our staff team. The position of Teaching Assistant is a vital role within our school development as we are committed to providing a high level of teaching and learning which is engaging, active and fun.

We are looking to appoint someone who:

• Supports the ethos, vision and values of the school, abiding by all policies and procedures.
• Is committed to inclusion
• Has a willingness and ability to obtain and/or enhance qualifications and training for development within the post
• Will be a supportive and welcoming presence in the classroom and develop positive working relationships with parents
• Understand how children learn and use their initiative to meet individuals’ needs Is able to assist the class teacher and other professionals as appropriate in the development of suitable educational activities
• Has a willingness to play a full part in the extra-curricular life of the school
• Is a good communicator and able to work well in a team
• Is patient, able to stay calm, listen, and value children’s views

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to arrange a mutually convenient time. Tel: 0113 370 5550.

If you would like to apply for this post then please apply directly to the school. Application forms and further information can be found below.

Applications should be sent to the School Business Manager, Miss Catherine Boddy at the school address, or sent via email to the school office at recruitment@asquithprimary.org

• Closing Date: Monday 24th June (9am).
• Interviews: week commencing 1st July   

Asquith Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate, this process is completed by an online third-party company. The position is also subject to two satisfactory references.

Asquith Primary School is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare and expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.