Organisation
Schools
Directorate
Primary Schools
Service Area
Killinghall Primary School
Hours
32.5 hours per week, Term time only
Number of Jobs
2
Location(s)
Bradford and surrounding areas
Position type
Temporary
Length of contract
Until August 2026
Grade
Band 5 SCP 5 - 6
Salary
£18,831 - £19,472 dependent on experience and qualifications. (Annual full-time equivalent £25,583 - £25,989)
Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Killinghall Primary School.
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
Please submit your application to Nicole Walkley at Hays Education email: or visit for more information.
Closing Date: 12 noon, 15th September 2025
Shortlisting: 16th September 2025
Interview Date: 8am, 23rd September 2025
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.
Closing date
15 September 2025, 12:00 PM