KS1 Teaching Assistant (E7377) - Five Lanes Primary School

Leeds Safe Roads Partnership; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Leeds is seeking a dedicated KS1 Teaching Assistant for a temporary role. The successful candidate will support children in their learning, especially those with special educational needs, within a nurturing and inclusive environment. This position offers a chance to work with a committed team and contribute positively to the educational experience of pupils.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Commitment to professional development

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Relevant experience supporting children, especially with SEND.
• Commitment to school policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with reading, writing, and maths.
• Work with children who need additional support.

Skills

Patience

Understanding

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Job description

KS1 Teaching Assistant (E7377) - Five Lanes Primary School

KS1 Teaching Assistant – Temporary for 1 year

The Headteacher and Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly effective KS1 Teaching Assistant to join our happy, safe and inclusive school.

The applicant will be required to have relevant experience and a strong commitment to working with children who need support so that they can reach their full potential

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Experience of supporting pupils with reading/writing/maths
• Experience of supporting children with SEND
• Patience and understanding
• A calm, positive and confident manner
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Lots of initiative
• The ability to work successfully and professionally as part of a team
• A firm commitment to follow school policies and practice

We offer:

• the nicest children in the world!
• a happy, committed, friendly team of staff, parents/carers and governors
• a happy, safe and inclusive work and learning environment
• a thriving and popular school (rated good in our most recent Ofsted inspection)
• a commitment to your well-being and personal/professional development

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. In order to arrange a visit, please phone school on 0113 2790122 option 5.

To apply for the post, please email [e-mail] to request an application pack. We request that when completing the application form your two referees details consist of your current/most previous employment and another professional referee. Unfortunately, we do not accept character references. Once completed, application forms should be returned to school via email [e-mail] or by post to Five Lanes Primary School, Stradbroke Way, Leeds, LS12 4NB

Closing date: Wednesday 4th June 2025

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.