Organisation
Schools
Directorate
Primary Schools
Service Area
Emley First School
Hours
27.5 hours per week - Term time only
Number of Jobs
2
Location(s)
School Lane, Emley, Huddersfield HD8 9RT
Position type
Temporary
Length of contract
Fixed Term up to 31st March 2026 in the first instance
Grade
Grade 5
Salary
£16,162 - £16,418
Start date: As soon as possible
Emley First School is friendly, community school in a beautiful rural setting, judged as 'Outstanding' in all areas by Ofsted in April 2024.
Working hours for this role will be between 9:00am and 3:30pm. You will be supporting children in class, during playtime and during lunchtime. The role will be predominately with KS2 children however as we are a small school there may some time supporting younger children including children in KS1 and EYFS. This will be individually as well as in groups.
We are looking to appoint a caring, conscientious, reliable member of support staff to join our dedicated, hard-working, friendly team. As a key member of our team you will work under the guidance of class teachers to support children.
The role will be temporary until 31st March 2026 in the first instance due to budget restraints.
We are looking for someone who:
* understands the expectations of the KS2 National Curriculum and is able to work effectively with children to enable them to reach their full potential
* is hardworking, has pride in their work, is keen to be part of a team
* is willing to support individual children with specific needs, and where necessary undertake training and adapt their practice as required
* is resilient and can find positives in all situations
We can offer you:
* An 'Outstanding' school as judged by Ofsted April 2024
* Children who love learning and want to achieve
* A strong team who will support a new member of staff
* A supportive wider community including the Governing Body
* A stimulating environment with fantastic grounds and outdoor learning facilities
* Free access to Kirklees Employee Healthcare
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office on to organise a visit. For more information about the school please go to our website.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process. These jobs are also subject to satisfactory references.
To apply for this job, please download and complete an application form. A CV will not be accepted.
Application forms should be returned to the Head Teacher at the school either by or by post to the school.
Closing date 12noon on Friday 3rd October 2025
This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
Closing date
03 October 2025, 5:00 PM