Teaching Assistant Level 1

Deltatrust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading multi-academy trust is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 1 to support students at Garforth Academy. This part-time, permanent role involves assisting teachers and helping pupils access learning in a vibrant educational environment. The position offers extensive employee benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive CPD program

Staff rewards and benefits schemes

Pension schemes

Health support

Discounts

Qualifications

• Necessary skills and experience required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils to access learning.
• Provide general support to the teacher in managing pupils.

Skills

Support pupils

Classroom management

Job description

Join to apply for the Teaching Assistant Level 1 role at Delta Academies Trust.

Salary Grade C Points 4 to 6 (£24,404 to £25,183 Full Time Equivalent), subject to pro-rata adjustments. The minimum actual pro-rata salary per annum for this job starts at £17,094.59.

Garforth Academy is seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our team in September 2025 on a part-time, permanent basis.

Do you want to work for a Trust that is transforming educational outcomes for students in some of the most deprived areas in the North of England? If so, this could be the role for you.

Your new role

As a Teaching Assistant Level 1, you will work under the direct instruction of teaching or senior staff, usually in a classroom with the teacher. You will support pupils to access learning and provide general support to the teacher in managing pupils and the classroom.

Please see the attached job description on our website for the essential criteria and more information on the role.

If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience, we would very much like to hear from you.

Your new school

Garforth Academy, with nearly 2000 students aged between 11 and 18, is a busy and vibrant place. The academy serves a predominantly urban catchment area including Garforth, Kippax, Aberford, Micklefield, Swillington, and Colton. We pride ourselves on knowing our students well and helping each fulfill their potential.

Our talented and enthusiastic staff strive to deliver innovative learning experiences and support our students to succeed academically, socially, and personally. We offer a comprehensive CPD program, staff rewards, and benefits schemes to support staff wellbeing and professional growth.

In 2020, our outcomes at KS4 and KS5 exceeded national expectations, with a wide range of extracurricular activities available, from clubs and trips to sports and musical events, including residentials abroad.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high-performing multi-academy trust, with exciting career prospects.

Why join us?

Our staff contribute to the trust’s success and benefit from extensive employee benefits focusing on financial, physical, and mental wellbeing, including pension schemes, health support, discounts, and more.

We value our staff’s happiness, challenge, and support to achieve their best, and we are committed to their professional development.

Additional Information

In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, a background check will be conducted on shortlisted applicants.