Chapel Allerton is a vibrant and diverse area in North Leeds.  Our school is central to the local community and we relish the challenge of supporting all children and families to achieve their full potential.  Chapel Allerton Primary School was graded Good by Ofsted in May 2024 and is determined to develop children who have a lifelong love of learning.

We wish to recruit a talented and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to add to our excellent team from September 2025.

The post is for a General Teaching Assistant, although our school prides itself on inclusivity and all staff work periodically with SEND children, for 30 hours a week - 8.30am - 3.15pm every day. 

The Teaching Assistant role involves supporting the teacher, working with individuals or groups of children (including those with SEND) and delivering intervention strategies. You should have good behaviour management skills, have the ability to communicate effectively with parents and staff, and be flexible and able to work on your own initiative.

The successful candidate will join a team of caring, hardworking practitioners and be both supported and challenged to enhance their classroom skills. 

Further information about the job and details of how to apply can be found at www.chapelallertonprimary.co.uk.  The closing date is Thursday 24th April at 9.00am - please e-mail completed application forms to recruitment@chapelallertonprimary.co.uk 

We intend to hold interviews on Thursday 8th May and candidates are encouraged to join a tour of the school on 1st May at 2.30pm if they would like.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.   Appointments are made subject to an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check and satisfactory references.

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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