Educational Teaching Assistant

Scissett Church of England Academy; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Scissett Church of England Academy in England is seeking an Educational Teaching Assistant to join our caring school community. The role is fixed term until August 2027 and 30 hours per week, including lunchtimes, to support children and collaborate with class teachers.

The ideal candidate will have EYFS experience, a proven approach to working with children with SEN, and a flexible, team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a clear dedication for engaging and inspiring children.
• You must have a proven track record of working in partnership with class teachers and with children with SEN.
• The position will suit an experienced ETA with EY experience.

Responsibilities

• Be flexible and able to work well as part of a team.
• Communicate effectively with children and have a calm and patient working manner.
• Have good basic literacy and mathematical skills and knowledge.
• Enjoy challenge and embrace change.
• Be passionate about enabling every child to fulfil their potential.
• Will work well under direction and offer their own initiative / creativity.
• Have some experience of being in charge of a larger group of children.
• Have experience of working with SEN needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Calm demeanor

Literacy

Numeracy

Adaptability

Initiative

SEN experience

EYFS experience

Education

EYFS experience

Job description

Start date: As soon as possible

Fixed term until August 2027

30 hours per week (including lunchtimes)

The Headteacher and Governing Body are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic, skilled and hardworking person as an Educational Teaching Assistant to join the team within our caring and welcoming school community.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a clear dedication for engaging and inspiring children. You must have a proven track record of working in partnership with class teachers and with children with SEN. The position will suit an experienced ETA with EY experience.

We are looking for someone who will:

• Be flexible and able to work well as part of a team.
• Be able to communicate effectively with children and have a calm and patient working manner.
• Have good basic literacy and mathematical skills and knowledge.
• Enjoy challenge and embrace change.
• Be passionate about enabling every child to fulfil their potential.
• Will work well under direction and offer their own initiative / creativity.
• Have some experience of being in charge of a larger group of children.
• Have experience of working with SEN needs.

We offer:

• A friendly, welcoming school where everyone is valued
• Enthusiastic and motivated staff
• Supportive and committed governors and parents
• Commitment to school improvement and excellence
• Excellent opportunities for CPD
• Hardworking and enthusiastic pupils, who love learning

Learning Accord Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to related online content checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check as well as satisfactory references.

We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer. Our Trust values the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions that every individual brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, faiths and none, abilities, ages, genders and sexual orientations. We are dedicated to ensuring that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent and free from discrimination, in line with the Equality Act 2010.