Educational Teaching Assistant

32.5 hours per week term time plus 1 week

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic and caring Educational Teaching Assistant who will provide practical support to individual and groups of pupils, in and out of the classroom with regards to learning, educational activities, developing social skills, integration and for securing physical and emotional well-being.

You will require excellent interpersonal skills in order to communicate with our pupils, staff and parents.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have Maths and English to GCSE Grace C or equivalent
• Encourage, motivate and inspire young children through the support they give in order to encourage their learning
• Be highly organised 
• Be creative in their approach 
• Be committed to our ethos that all pupils can achieve at Luck Lane, A SHARE Primary Academy 
• Have great references demonstrating they are a suitable candidate and safe to work with children
• Please be aware that this role requires an element of First Aid; training in this area will be given if required

At SHARE MAT, we aim to:

• Equip our staff to deliver their best every day, our belief is that ‘Valuing People, Supporting Personal Best’ is the key;
• Encourage all our pupils to go beyond what they think they can achieve, to enjoy learning, helping them to lead healthy and happy lives;
• Ensure our staff are happy at work, taking pride in pupils’ progress and development;
• Never stop improving, developing and sharing our practice with others;
• Deliver training and guidance relevant to job role so expectations are understood and staff feel motivated;
• Offer great benefits making us the employer of choice, including outstanding CPD, supportive line management and networking opportunities across the MAT to aid personal development.

Luck Lane, A SHARE Primary Academy is one of eight academies within our trust and is part of a close-knit community well located for commute from Leeds, Huddersfield and Wakefield. Luck Lane;

• Offers an exceptional learning environment and facilities, alongside a wide range of professional learning and development opportunities;
• Is a vibrant place of learning and encouragement where children are happy, settled and confident;
• Has a broad and balanced curriculum that provides a memorable educational experience for all of its pupils;
• Aims to equip pupils with the attributes and attitude they need for their next stage of education;
• Is a designated Teaching School with the Kirklees and Calderdale Hub.

You are very welcome to visit the academy. If you wish to view our school, please contact the Office on 01484 505229 to make an appointment.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted. To apply, please complete an application form via the apply button.

Closing date: Midday on 20 June 2025.

Interviews: w/c 23 June 2025 (TBC).

SHARE MAT is committed to the Equalities Act 2010 and also to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people, by adhering to the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” guidance. All staff and volunteers are regularly trained regarding our expectations in keeping our students safe. An enhanced DBS is required for every post and an online search will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates.

SHARE MAT comprises of Woodside Green Primary, Heaton Avenue Primary, Luck Lane Primary, Millbridge Primary, Royds Hall Academy, Shelley College, Whitcliffe Mount School and Thornhill Community Academy. A central team provides operational support.