HLTA - full time plus 5 days

Start date Tuesday 22 April 2025 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

Here at Pool, our vision of ‘Believe and Achieve’ is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking to appoint a permanent HLTA to join our happy, skilled and committed team. Equal opportunities to education and care are central to the ethos of the school, where all children are supported and encouraged to enjoy learning, engage well with others and achieve their potential. 

We are seeking an individual who:

• Has the flexibility and confidence to cover classes throughout the whole school
• Understand how children learn on an individual level to ensure progress
• Work effectively as part of a skilled team, having excellent communication skills
• Holds Higher Level Teaching Assistant status or above
• Has enthusiasm and passion for the job
• Is committed to delivering the best possible education to all our pupils
• Has high aspirations for own career development

We can offer you:

• Motivated children who are curious and eager to explore and learn
• A dedicated and professional staff team
• A well-resourced and attractive environment
• A strong commitment to continuous professional career development and equal opportunities
• A happy school with strong support from its stakeholders

Experience of working with primary-aged children and a commitment to inclusion is essential. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates who enjoy a vibrant and happy workplace.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.  We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

Please contact the School Business Manager, Mrs Alison Finlay, for further details and an application pack: alison.finlay@poolprimarysch.org.uk / 0113 2843151.

Completed application forms should be sent for the attention of the Acting Headteacher: Mrs Claire Taylor, at: Pool CE Primary School, Arthington Lane, Pool-in-Wharfedale, Leeds, LS21 1LG, or emailed to alison.finlay@poolprimarysch.org.uk

Closing date: 9.00am, Friday 28 February 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 5 March 2025

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

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.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

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