Level 1 SEND Teaching Assistant x 2 (E7792) - Ninelands Primary School
Organisation
Schools and Academies
Location
Leeds
Grade A1- B1 (SCP 02 - 04) £23,656 FTE Salary – £12.26 per hour
Employment type
Temporary
Hours
32.5 hours per week, Term time only, Monday – Friday 8.45am – 3.45pm
Job Reference
E7792
11th July 2025 at 8:00 am
2x SEND Teaching Assistants Level 1
(Temporary dependent on ongoing funding for named children)
Part time, term time only, Monday – Friday 8.45am – 3.45pm 32.5 hours per week
Temporary in the first instance (subject to ongoing funding for named children)
Grade A1- B1 (SCP 02 - 04) £23,656 FTE Salary – £12.26 per hour
Ninelands Primary School is a large and popular two form entry school in Garforth, Leeds. The governing body are seeking to employ two excellent SEND Teaching Assistants Level 1 to support children on a 1:1 basis.We arelooking for enthusiastic, warm and caring individuals who are able to develop supportive relationships with children for the purpose of improving educational outcomes. This post would suit candidates who have experience of or a passion for any of the following areas in particular:
- working with children in the Early Years or Lower Key Stage 2
- supporting children to develop their communication skills through the use of Makaton
- supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs.
We are seeking an individual who:
* Understands how children learn on an individual level to ensure progress
* Works effectively as part of a skilled team, having excellent communication skills
* Is able to work on their own initiative
* Has enthusiasm and passion for the job
* Is committed to delivering the best possible education to all our pupils
* Has high aspirations for own career development
We can offer you:
* motivated childrenwho are curious and eager to explore
* a dedicated and professional staff team
* a well-resourced and attractive environment
* a strong commitment tocontinuousprofessionalcareer development and equal opportunities
* a happy school with strong support from its stakeholders
* free wrap around childcare from 7.30am until 6.00pm
Experience of working with primary children and a commitment to inclusion is essential. We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who enjoy variety in their work. An NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants (or equivalent) would also be an advantage but not essential.
Hours of work are part time, term time only, Monday – Friday 8.45am – 3.45pm (32.5 hours per week)
which includes lunchtime supervision and leading play for children over the lunchtime period.
If your application is shortlisted for interview, you will be required to complete a self-disclosure form which must be returned to us at least one day prior to interview. If we do not receive this, we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of interview.
If your application is successful and proceeds to a conditional offer stage, you will receive further information on how to complete the Enhanced Disclosure.
It is illegal to apply for this position if you are on the Children’s Barred List.
Ninelands Primary School has a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, which is made available to all DBS applicants at the outset of the recruitment process. Further information can be found on our school website athttp://www.ninelands-school.co.uk/nps_vacancies.html
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
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