Educational Teaching Assistant - Upperthong JI School

Kirklees Council; Holmfirth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees Council seeks a passionate Teaching Assistant for Upperthong JI School. In this role, you will provide support to children in a warm and inclusive environment. The position requires a commitment to making a difference in students’ lives, fostering their learning and development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record of nurturing and engaging positively with children.
• Willingness to undertake training.
• Enthusiastic about working with children.

Responsibilities

• Providing general class support and tailored support for children with specific needs.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff.

Skills

Nurturing

Engagement

Flexibility

Positivity

Teamwork

Job description

Educational Teaching Assistant - Upperthong JI School

Organisation Schools

Directorate Primary Schools

Service Area Upperthong J I & N School

Hours 27.50 hours per week - Term Time Only

Number of Jobs 1

Location(s) Burnlee Road Holmfirth HD9 2LE

Position type Temporary

Length of contract End OF August 2026

Grade Grade 5

Working hours: Monday-Friday 8.45-3.30pm (27.5 hrs) fixed term for 1 year pending a review of the SEND support needs of the school.

Start Date: September 2025

Grade 5 Teaching Assistant

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and hardworking person as a Teaching Assistant, providing general class support along with tailored support for children with specific needs.

Upperthong J&I is a warm and welcoming school that is committed to ensuring that the children are at the heart of everything we do.

We pride ourselves in providing a safe, happy and caring environment, where all children are proud to ‘Learn, Achieve and Belong.’.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a proven track record of nurturing and engaging positively with children
• Wants to make a difference to children
• Is flexible and able to work well as part of a team.
• Is willing to undertake training, as required.
• Is positive and enthusiastic about working with children
• Enjoys a challenge and embraces change

We can offer you:

• A warm, welcoming, inclusive school with a friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated team of teachers and support staff.
• Fantastic children who love learning and are proud of our school
• Excellent opportunities to develop professionally and grow in your role.
• A genuine opportunity to make a difference.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an amazing school.

Ofsted February 2023: ‘Pupils flourish at Upperthong Junior and Infant School. Relationships between adults and pupils are kind and respectful. Leaders have provided a broad and interesting curriculum for all pupils. They make sure this includes those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). As a result, pupils thoroughly enjoy coming to school.’

Upperthong J&I School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Further information can be found by visiting www.upperthongschool.co.uk or by arranging to come and look round our wonderful school.

We look forward to receiving applications from interested parties who should note that we have an expectation that the personal specification will be addressed in full.

Completed forms should be returned directly to the school by post or by email to [e-mail] Thursday July 10th at 12pm. Interviews should be held on Thursday July 17th.

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.