To Start 1st September 2025.

Rothwell Victoria Junior School is a ‘Good’ school in South Leeds.

Our most recent Ofsted inspection (May 2023) states: 

‘Parents are overwhelmingly positive about their children’s experiences at Victoria Junior School. Staff know the pupils well and put them at the heart of everything they do. The school’s vision and values are evident in the day-to-day life of the school. Leaders expect pupils to work hard and show care and respect to others’.

We are seeking to appoint 2 x Teaching Assistants

Become a vital part of our supportive team! We are looking for dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistants to work collaboratively with class teachers to deliver engaging activities, foster positive learning environment and support learning across school. This is an exciting time to join our school as we prepare to extend our age range from September 2025, offering opportunities for professional growth and development.

The vacancy is for a full time (27.5 hours per week), term time only position.

School visits are strongly encouraged. If you would like to visit the school prior to applying, appointments will be on Tuesday 22nd April at 9:00am or 3:30pm. Please call the school office to book onto one of these sessions or email recruitment@victoria-jun.leeds.sch.uk

The closing date for completed applications is 12noon on Monday 28th April 2025.

Interviews are to be held Friday 9th May 2025.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Further information including job description and application forms can be found and downloaded from our website. https://www.rothwellvictoriajunior.co.uk/key-info/current-vacancies

Application forms and job packs can also be requested by emailing recruitment@victoria-jun.leeds.sch.uk

All completed applications should be returned to recruitment@victoria-jun.leeds.sch.uk by the date and time stated.

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all 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 on-line search will be conducted.  This includes only information publicly available on-line.

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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