Teaching Assistant - Early Years

Colton Primary School; Leeds; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Supportive environment

Community culture

Professional development

Job summary

Colton Primary School in Leeds is seeking a calm and compassionate Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a friendly team on a fixed-term basis until 31 August 2027. The role is term-time plus 2 training days, part-time 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with potential wraparound care hours.

You will support young children’s learning and wellbeing in our Early Years provision, helping them build confidence, curiosity and foundational skills through play and exploration.

Qualifications

• Calm and compassionate approach to supporting early years learners.
• Experience or aptitude in working with young children in an educational setting.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing in the Early Years.
• Help create a nurturing, engaging environment where learning happens through play.
• Support the school team and potentially wraparound care before/after school when required.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

This is a fixed-term position until 31st August 2027, as the school continues to develop and grow its nursery provision.

Term-Time + 2 Training Days. Part Time 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

We are looking for a calm, consistent and compassionate Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team.

This is a rewarding opportunity to help give our youngest children the very best start in life. Working within our Early Years provision, you will play an important role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing during these vital early years, helping them build the confidence, curiosity and skills that form the foundation for future success.

Working alongside teachers and support staff, you will help create a nurturing, engaging and stimulating environment where every child feels safe, valued and encouraged to learn through play and exploration. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with young children, builds positive relationships with families and colleagues, and is committed to helping every child thrive.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and dedicated team, with the potential for additional hours through our wraparound care provision, supporting children both before and after the school day through a range of fun, enriching and age-appropriate activities.

If you are passionate about early childhood education and believe every child deserves the best possible start to their learning journey, we would love to hear from you.

About our School

At Colton Primary School, we are proud to be a warm, welcoming and inclusive school where positive relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated team works closely with pupils, families and the wider community to create an environment where every child feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve their best.

We believe that every child deserves the very best start in life. Through a culture of encouragement and high expectations, we help children develop confidence, resilience and a love of learning, supporting them to learn from challenges and celebrate their successes.

Our Curriculum for Life provides meaningful and engaging learning experiences that inspire children to be curious, ambitious and independent learners. We nurture respectful, responsible citizens who are equipped with the skills, knowledge and character to thrive in an ever-changing world.

As part of Red Kite Learning Trust, we benefit from strong collaboration, shared expertise and excellent professional development opportunities, enabling both our staff and pupils to flourish.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 15.30%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts. Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• A caring and patient individual who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential
• An excellent communicator who can build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents
• A proactive and flexible team player who is willing to support the varying needs of the school and its pupils
• Committed to creating a safe, inclusive and engaging environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to succeed

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.