Level 1 Teaching Assistant

Bowling Park Primary School; Bradford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Generous pension scheme

Excellent professional development

Job summary

Bowling Park Primary School in Bradford is inviting applications for a Level 1 Teaching Assistant on a fixed-term maternity cover until 31 August 2027. You will work alongside teachers to support learning inside and outside the classroom, helping pupils develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed individual who believes every child can achieve their full potential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils individually or in groups.
• Ability to work with teachers to deliver learning across the curriculum.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.
• Willingness to contribute to all aspects of school life.
• A positive, caring attitude and inclusive approach.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils individually, in small groups and within whole-class activities.
• Working with teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences across the curriculum.
• Providing targeted support for pupils needing extra help access learning.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and engagement in lessons.
• Helping children develop socially, emotionally and academically.
• Preparing and organising learning resources and classroom environments.
• Promoting high expectations of achievement and behaviour.
• Supporting pupils during breaktimes, visits and wider school activities.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school and inclusive culture.

Skills

Caring

Enthusiastic

Commitment to safeguarding

Teamwork

Positive relationships

Job description

Inspire Young Minds. Shape Futures. Make Every Day Count.

Are you passionate about helping children thrive? Do you want a role where no two days are the same and where your support can make a genuine difference to a child's future?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, dedicated and ambitious team at Bowling Park Primary School. This is a fixed-term maternity cover position until 31 August 2027, offering the chance to play a key role in supporting children to succeed both academically and personally.

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed individual who believes that every child can achieve their full potential. Working alongside teachers and support staff, you will help create an engaging, nurturing and inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant at Bowling Park Primary School, you will be at the heart of children's learning experiences. Your role will involve supporting teaching and learning both inside and outside the classroom, helping pupils to develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.

Day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils individually, in small groups and within whole-class learning activities.
• Working closely with teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences across the curriculum.
• Providing targeted support for pupils who may need additional help to access learning.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and engagement in lessons.
• Helping children develop socially, emotionally and academically.
• Preparing and organising learning resources and classroom environments.
• Promoting high expectations of achievement and behaviour.
• Supporting pupils during breaktimes, educational visits and wider school activities where required.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school and helping to maintain our positive and inclusive culture.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, has a positive outlook and is committed to making a difference to children's lives every single day.

About Bowling Park Primary School

At Bowling Park Primary School, we are proud of our diverse and vibrant school community. Our children are enthusiastic, resilient and eager to learn, and our staff are passionate about ensuring that every child receives the very best educational experience.

We are committed to providing a rich, broad and stimulating curriculum that nurtures curiosity, creativity and ambition. Our pupils are encouraged to become confident, respectful and successful learners, supported by staff who genuinely care about their wellbeing and achievements.

As part of Exceed Academies Trust, we benefit from strong collaboration, high-quality professional development opportunities and access to a network of expertise across the Trust. We are committed to investing in our staff and creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed.

If you're looking for a school where teamwork, inclusion and ambition are at the heart of everything we do, Bowling Park Primary School could be the perfect place for you.

To learn more about our school, please visit www.bowlingparkacademy.co.uk

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Have a genuine passion for supporting children and helping them achieve their potential.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ensuring excellent progress and outcomes for pupils.
• Be enthusiastic, flexible and willing to contribute to all aspects of school life.
• Have high expectations of learning, behaviour and personal development.
• Enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues and building strong relationships.
• Understand effective strategies to support learning and raise achievement.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Share our values of inclusion, aspiration and excellence.

We Can Offer:

• Enthusiastic, friendly and welcoming children who love learning.
• A supportive and experienced staff team.
• Strong leadership and support from the Exceed Academies Trust central team.
• Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Fantastic outdoor learning facilities.
• A positive and inclusive school culture.
• A healthy work-life balance.
• Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free on-site parking.
• An excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions.

Visits to School

We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit our school and experience first-hand what makes Bowling Park Primary School such a special place to work.

To arrange a visit, please contact Ammaarah Nisa on 01274 770270.

Exceed Academies 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 2026. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check as well as successful completion of a probationary period.

Exceed Academies Trust strives to be an employer of choice. We are an inclusive and diverse multi academy trust and ultimately, our aim is to employ a workforce that reflects the communities it serves. We are committed to achieving a balanced workforce at all levels, whilst ensuring that no individual is disadvantaged or treated less favourably. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnicities and will ensure a fair recruitment process without discrimination, in compliance with the Equality Act 2010.

Exceed Academies Trust recognises and promotes the positive use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in certain situations. We would encourage any job applicants, who choose to utilise AI when completing a vacancy application, to thoroughly check the data prior to submission, to ensure it is accurate, factual and demonstrable. Candidate suitability will be assessed at interview, however the recruitment process will reference information contained within the candidate’s application form. Any information contained within application form which is found to be factually inaccurate, may result in a conditional offer of employment being withdrawn.