Overview
Educational Support Assistant - Scissett CE Academy
Location: Wakefield Road, Scissett, Huddersfield, HD8 9HR
Organisation: Schools
Directorate: Primary Schools
Service Area: Scissett CE Academy
Hours: 16.25 hours term time only
Position type: Temporary
Length of contract: Until August 2026
Grade: Grade 5
Salary: £9,550 - £9,701
Closing date: 26 September 2025, 12:30 PM
Responsibilities
* Be flexible and able to work well as part of a team.
* Communicate effectively with children with a calm and patient manner.
* Have good basic literacy and mathematical skills and knowledge.
* Enjoy challenges and embrace change.
* Be passionate about enabling every child to fulfil their potential.
* Work well under direction and offer initiative/creativity.
Qualifications and Experience
* Proven track record of working in partnership with class teachers and with children with SEN.
* Experience as an Educational Teaching Assistant (ETA) is desirable.
We Offer
* A friendly, welcoming school where everyone is valued.
* Enthusiastic and motivated staff.
* Supportive and committed governors and parents.
* Commitment to school improvement and excellence.
* Excellent opportunities for CPD.
* Hardworking and enthusiastic pupils who love learning.
Application Information
Application forms and further details are available from kirsty.firth@scissettceacademy.org. Completed form should be returned directly to the Headteacher by post or by email to the same address.
This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process. For the Job Description/Profile, refer to the vacancy details.
Important Dates
* Closing date: 26 September 2025, 12:30 PM
* Interviews: Week of 29th September
Additional Information
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Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Temporary
Job function
* Education and Training
Industries
* Government Relations Services
Note: This description reflects the role details as published. Only include information from the original posting.
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