Teaching Assistant

Salary: Band 5, Points 5-6

Hours: Part Time

This position is fixed term to 31 August 2026 and the hours of work are 8.30am - 3.30pm, term time only. This job may be available as a job share for 2 part time candidates.

We are looking for a fabulous Teaching Assistant to work in school across Key Stage 1 from 1 September 2025.

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience working in a primary setting. The role is very varied and will include working with children with special educational needs. Experience of SEN and children who are pre verbal would be an advantage, but full training will be given for the right candidate.

We need someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting all children to achieve and enjoy their school life
• Is able to adapt learning to increase interaction and participation
• Is keen to be part of a proactive, highly motivated school team
• Has a “can do” attitude and is able to work on their own initiative

In return, we offer:

• The chance to learn at an outstanding school where children always come first
• A training package to support the new member of staff with their new role
• Happy, confident, enthusiastic and hardworking pupils who are eager to learn and who enjoy their time at school
• A dedicated and talented team of committed staff and a dedicated SEN team
• A supportive and focussed governing body
• Excellent links with parents and the wider community

If you think you have what it takes to be part of our team, we would love to hear from you. 

To apply please go to www.prospectsonline.co.uk

We very much encourage visits into school for all interested candidates. Please email us at recruitment@burleywoodhead.com or call our Business Manager, Victoria Lister on 01943 862739 to arrange this.

Closing Date: 12 noon, 7th July 2025

Interviews will be held week beginning 7th July 2025

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment processes are followed for all vacancies, including relevant checks for shortlisted candidates.

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.