Level 2 Teaching Assistant (E7680) - Ninelands Primary School

Leeds Safe Roads Partnership; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ninelands Primary School in Leeds seeks a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support children's learning in a dynamic and caring environment. The role offers opportunities for personal growth and development while promoting inclusive education among motivated students. Applicants should hold relevant qualifications and demonstrate strong communication skills.

Benefits

Free wrap around childcare

Commitment to continuous professional development

Well-resourced working environment

Qualifications

• Must hold an approved Level 2 qualification or higher.
• Experience in working with primary children is essential.
• Commitment to inclusion in education.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning and development in a primary school setting.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Lead play activities during school hours and lunchtime supervision.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Enthusiasm

Passion for Education

Education

Level 2 Qualification

GCSE in English and Maths (grades A-C) or equivalent

Job description

Level 2 Teaching Assistant (E7680) - Ninelands Primary School

Organisation

Schools and Academies

Location

Leeds

Employment type

Temporary

Hours

32.5 hours, Monday – Friday 8.45am – 3.45pm, term time only

Job Reference

E7680

30th June 2025 at 8:00 am

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Monday – Friday 8.45am – 3.45pm (32.5 hours per week-Term Time Only)

Ninelands Primary School is a large and popular two form entry school in Garforth, Leeds. The governing body are seeking to employ an excellent Teaching Assistant to predominantly work in Early Years in the first instance whom holds an approved level 2 qualification or higher.We arelooking for an enthusiastic, warm and caring individual who is able to develop supportive relationships with children for the purpose of improving educational outcomes.

We are seeking an individual who:

• Understands how children learn on an individual level to ensure progress
• Works effectively as part of a skilled team, having excellent communication skills
• Is able to work on their own initiative
• Has enthusiasm and passion for the job
• Is committed to delivering the best possible education to all our pupils
• Has high aspirations for own career development
• Holds an approved level 2 qualification or higher.
• Has excellent literacy and numeracy skills, including GCSE (grade A-C) or equivalent in English and Maths

We can offer you:

• motivated childrenwho are curious and eager to explore
• a dedicated and professional staff team
• a well-resourced and attractive environment
• a strong commitment tocontinuousprofessionalcareer development and equal opportunities
• a happy school with strong support from its stakeholders
• free wrap around childcare

Experience of working with primary children and a commitment to inclusion is essential. We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who have experience in working with Key Stage 1 or Upper Key Stage 2 children and who enjoy variety in their work.

Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:45am to 3:45pm (30-minute lunch) which includes lunchtime supervision and leading play for children over the lunchtime period.

Ninelands Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to a DBS enhanced check.

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

Enhanced Disclosure

Thank you for your interest in this post at Ninelands Primary School. The post you are applying for involves working with young people. It is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and any offer of employment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure.

As an organisation assessing applicants’ suitability for positions which are included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order using criminal record checks processed through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), the School complies fully with the Code of Practice and undertakes to treat all applicants for positions fairly. The School undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a criminal record check on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed.

An Enhanced Disclosure is carried out by theDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS)and will check criminal records for information on any convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings held on the Police National Computer and on local Police records.

All information on criminal records provided both by you and within the Enhanced Disclosure will be used, stored and disposed of in confidence and in line with theDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS)Code of Practice of Disclosure Information.

If your application is shortlisted for interview, you will be required to complete a self-disclosure form which must be returned to us at least one day prior to interview. If we do not receive this, we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of interview.

If your application is successful and proceeds to a conditional offer stage, you will receive further information on how to complete the Enhanced Disclosure.

It is illegal to apply for this position if you are on the Children’s Barred List.

Ninelands Primary School has a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, which is made available to all DBS applicants at the outset of the recruitment process. Further information can be found on our school website athttp://www.ninelands-school.co.uk/nps_vacancies.html

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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.