Primary Teaching Assistant - Ls18 (Horsforth)

Protocol Education; Ledston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant for a busy primary school in LS18, Horsforth. The role starts in September and is offered on a full-time basis.

You will provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs, help manage behaviour and emotions, and work closely with the SENCO and class teacher to enable access to learning. The ideal candidate has at least 6 months TA experience, preferably with SEND experience, and a calm, empathetic, and resilient approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months TA experience (essential).
• Experience with SEND (desirable).
• Calm, empathetic and resilient personality.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and school routines.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support behaviour and emotional regulation in the classroom.
• Work closely with the SENCO and class teacher.
• Help pupils access learning in a way that works for them.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

SENCO collaboration

Safeguarding

Calm & patient

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant – LS18 (Horsforth)

Start: September
Contract: Full-time

A well-regarded primary school in LS18 is seeking a skilled TA with experience supporting SEND pupils.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs
• Supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
• Working closely with the SENCO and class teacher
• Helping pupils access learning in a way that works for them

What we need:

• Minimum 6 months TA experience (essential)
• Experience with SEND (desirable but not essential)
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient personality
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and school routines

We’re looking for someone who brings patience, consistency, and confidence into the classroom.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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