Teaching Assistant - Killinghall Primary

Calderdale Council; Bradford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Killinghall Primary School is seeking passionate Teaching Assistants to support children's learning and development. The role involves working with diverse pupils, including those with special educational needs, in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will be empathetic, patient, and dedicated to improving children's life chances.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is desirable.
• Ability to support special needs children.
• Hardworking and resilient.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEND and prepare teaching resources.
• Assist class teachers and take groups for learning sessions.
• Use initiative in supporting children's learning.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Education

Good level of literacy and numeracy

Job description

Application closing date 05/06/2025 Location Bradford Salary Band 5, SCP 5-6, £18,247 - £18,868 dependent on experience and qualifications(Annual full-time equivalent £24,790 - £25,183) Package 5 x fixed term contracts to start 1st September 2024 31st August 202632.5 hours, Term time only Job category/type Schools Attachments Job Pack.pdf

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for you to join our team in our well-resourced ‘good’ school.

Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and development?

Do you have experience working with children or an interest to develop skills in this area?

Could you support children with SEND?

We are looking for Teaching Assistants to join our driven and passionate team. You will need to be hardworking, resilient and have the highest of expectations of our pupils as well as the ability to work as part of a flexible and happy team.

About us

A thriving primary school in BD3 in Bradford, we have a strong ethos of inclusion, respect, and excellence. We have over 700 pupils on roll, from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We are proud of our achievements and our positive ‘good’ Ofsted in 2023.

Our vision is to provide a stimulating and nurturing environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum that fosters curiosity, creativity, and independence. We also provide a range of extra-curricular activities and clubs to enrich our pupils’ experiences and skills.

Our children need someone who is:

• Passionate about working with children and improving their chances in life.

• Patient, caring and a good communicator.

• Inspirational and believes all children deserve the very best.

Duties may include:

• Taking groups and individuals for learning sessions across the primary age range.

• Using your initiative.

• Supporting class teachers within the classroom.

• Preparing teaching resources.

• Supporting special needs children, some of whom have severe and complex difficulties and may require intimate care.

A good level of literacy and numeracy is essential and previous experience of working with children is desirable. Empathy, a caring nature, and a positive attitude are equally important.

We positively encourage visits to the school, please call Nicole Walkley at Hays if you would like to arrange a visit or if you have any queries on 07877 783735.

Please submit your application to Nicole Walkley at Hays Education email: [e-mail] .

Or visit https://webmicrosites.hays.co.uk/web/Killinghall for more information.

Closing Date: 5pm, Thursday 5th June 2025

Shortlisting: Monday 9th June 2025

Interview Date: Wednesday 11th June 2025 - 8am onwards

The school is proactive in its practices and policies to achieve the highest standards in safeguarding and child protection and appointments are made subject to an enhanced criminal records check and satisfactory references. Candidates are required to complete an application form and any partially completed forms will be questioned. All short-listed candidates will be subject to online checks.

Killinghall Primary School
Killinghall Road
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD3 7JF

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