Part Time Teaching Assistant - SHARE Primary Academy

Kirklees Council; Cleckheaton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Kirklees Council is seeking a Part-Time Teaching Assistant for Heaton Avenue Primary Academy to enhance student learning in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will encourage and inspire pupils by providing tailored education programs and ensuring access to learning for all.

Benefits

Outstanding CPD opportunities

Supportive line management

Networking opportunities across the MAT

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children is desirable.
• Understanding of SEN/EAL is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with the overall delivery of the curriculum.
• Deliver engaging learning experiences for pupils.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Behavior management

Motivating and inspiring young children

Education

Maths and English to GCSE Grade C or equivalent

Job description

Part Time Teaching Assistant - SHARE Primary Academy

Organisation Schools

Directorate Primary Schools

Service Area Heaton Avenue Primary Academy

Hours Part time, Term time only. Predominantly afternoons with potential to work some full days.

Number of Jobs 1

Location(s) Heaton Avenue Primary Academy

Position type Temporary

Length of contract Until 31st August 2026

Grade Band D

SCP 7 - 11

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Heaton Avenue Primary Academy.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and excellent individual to join our team of Teaching Assistants. The ideal candidate will support the class teacher with the overall delivery of the Curriculum by undertaking work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for all pupils.

They will be involved in delivering engaging learning experiences that encourage pupils to think for themselves, whilst ensuring they see a purpose to their work. A wide range of learning styles are used to ensure personalised learning is at the heart of what we do.

We welcome and encourage applicants to come and visit our school. If you wish to view our school, please contact the school office on 01274 028613 to make an appointment.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have Maths and English to GCSE Grade C or equivalent;
• Have previous experience of working with children/young people;
• Love encouraging, motivating and inspiring young children through the support they give in order to encourage their learning;
• Be committed to our ethos that all pupils can achieve at our SHARE Primary Academies;
• Have experience of working with children who have SEN/EAL;
• Have an understanding of behaviour management;
• Have great references demonstrating they are a suitable candidate, safe to work with children.
• Equip our staff to deliver their best every day, our belief is that ‘Valuing People, Supporting Personal Best’ is the key;
• Encourage all our pupils to go beyond what they think they can achieve, to enjoy learning, helping them to lead healthy and happy lives;
• Ensure our staff are happy at work, taking pride in pupils’ progress and development;
• Never stop improving, developing and sharing our practice with others;
• Deliver training and guidance relevant to job role so expectations are understood and staff feel motivated;
• Offer great benefits making us the employer of choice, including outstanding CPD, supportive line management and networking opportunities across the MAT to aid personal development.

Heaton Avenue, A SHARE Primary Academy is one of nine academies within our Trust and is part of a close-knit community well located for commute from Leeds, Huddersfield and Wakefield. If you wish to learn more before you apply, please make arrangements to visit us by calling 01274 028613 .

As a school, Heaton Avenue Primary Academy:-

• Offers an exceptional learning environment and facilities, alongside a wide range of professional learning and development opportunities;
• Is a vibrant place of learning and encouragement where children are happy, settled and confident;
• Has a broad and balanced curriculum that provides a memorable educational experience for all of its pupils;
• Aims to equip pupils with the attributes and attitude they need for their next stage of education.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted. To apply, please complete your application on the TES website.

Applications can be submitted via our TES portal using the link:

Closing Date is Monday 30th June 2025, 11:59pm

Interview date is Friday 4th July 2025.

SHARE MAT is committed to the Equalities Act 2010 and also to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people, by adhering to the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” guidance. All staff and volunteers are regularly trained regarding our expectations in keeping our students safe. An enhanced DBS is required for every post and an online search will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates.

SHARE MAT comprises of Woodside Green Primary, Heaton Avenue Primary, Luck Lane Primary, Millbridge Primary, Royds Hall Academy, Shelley College, Whitcliffe Mount School,
Thornhill Community Academy, Todmorden High School.
A central team provides operational support.