‘Birchfield Primary is a small, friendly and welcoming school. Pupils thrive here.’ 

‘Pupils’ behaviour is exceptional. They are polite and caring. Older pupils are buddies to younger children. They carry out their role diligently. Pupils feel happy and safe in school. They know that they can speak to a trusted adult if they have any concerns.’

‘Staff appreciate the many opportunities they receive to develop their practice. Leaders are considerate of staff workload and well-being. Staff feel extremely proud to work at the school. Governors have an accurate view of the school’s strengths and areas for development.’

Ofsted October 2023

Our motto ‘Where Children Come First’ is lived through all that we do. 

Birchfield is a special place, where our family values are at the core of our ethos.  We are a small, friendly and welcoming school in the heart of Gildersome village.

We are seeking to employ a talented, hardworking and highly committed and nurturing teaching assistant to support a child with special educational needs.

This is a temporary role for one year in the first instance (with a 4 week probationary period), with the likelihood of continuation beyond that, funding dependent. You will ideally have experience of working with children with additional needs and a specialism in Autism.  This would be beneficial but not essential as training will be provided for the successful candidate.

The hours are 8.30am to 3.45 pm each day, you will have a 30 minute lunch duty each day and a 30-minute lunch break. 

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate personal qualities of dedication, patience, flexibility and humour. They will work collaboratively as part of an effective team. They will be able to respond quickly to the changing needs of the school and individual/groups of children. They will have a positive mindset and a 'can-do', solution focused approach. 

Our pupils and the team at Birchfield would like to find a teaching assistant who has a passion for teaching and education, is kind and caring and likes to have fun whilst providing learning experiences of the highest quality.  The right person will share our family values and belief that our children deserve the best possible education and experience at our school, providing the foundations for future success,

If this is you and you would like to become part of our dedicated Birchfield team, the details for the post can be found on https://www.birchfieldprimary.org.uk/our-school/vacancies/teaching-assistant 

We would encourage you to visit our school prior to submitting your application. Please telephone Sarah Davies in the school office to arrange a mutually convenient time-0113 2533009.

Completed applications, along with a covering letter should be emailed to office@birchfieldprimary.org.uk (CVs are not accepted) or in person at the school office.

Further information about our school can be found on our website. https://www.birchfieldprimary.org.uk/ 

Closing Date for applications: Friday 4th July

Interview date: Friday 11th July

You will:

• be passionate about working with and inspiring children to achieve their best
• support the teacher and work with and alongside them to enhance learning in the classroom
• demonstrate strong ability to manage behaviour and organise groups of children
• be able to plan and deliver high quality 1-1 and group interventions
• motivate and enthuse pupils
• have high expectations and show commitment to raising standards
• Be friendly, courteous, approachable and professional
• Be committed to the safeguarding of children
• Be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
• Have strong organisational and ICT skills;
• Work flexibly as part of a team & show initiative
• Display a responsible and co-operative attitude to working towards the achievement of the schools aims and objectives
• Contribute to the wider life of the school

In return we can offer: 

• A supportive and friendly environment with hardworking, dedicated and supportive colleagues
• A supportive governing body, leadership and staff team
• The opportunity to become part of a school community where children come first
• A comprehensive training and personal development programme 

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 and Barring Service (DBS) check. The details of the DBS Code of Conduct can be found here: 

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice.

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

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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