Education Teaching Assistant Grade 6 (SEND)

St Thomas CE Primary School, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD2 1RQ

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  28 September 2026 at 4pm

• Date listed

  14 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £17,442.00 - £17,998.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 6 NJC 7-11

Education Teaching Assistant Grade 6 (SEND) job summary

The Governors, Headteacher, staff and pupils at St Thomas CE Primary School are excited to welcome a dynamic, motivated and passionate individual to join our strong team of support staff.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work across school, supporting children in their learning and development within a vibrant, inclusive and forward-thinking school. You will be joining a dedicated and compassionate team who work collaboratively to ensure every child feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve their best.

As a Grade 6 Educational Teaching Assistant (SEND), you will work closely with teaching staff to provide high-quality support to pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs. Your role will include one-to-one support, small group interventions, and contributing to a positive and engaging classroom environment. You will also work alongside parents and external professionals to promote effective inclusion and excellent progress for all learners.

St Thomas CE Primary School is proud to be part of the Learning Accord Multi Academy Trust, and this marks an exciting new chapter in our journey. As we grow and develop within the Trust, we are committed to investing in our staff through ongoing professional development, training opportunities, and a culture of collaboration and care.

In return, we offer:

• A warm, welcoming and supportive team
• A vibrant and inclusive school community
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
• A chance to make a meaningful impact across EYFS KS1 and KS2

Experience of working with children and a sound understanding of the national curriculum are essential for this role. If you are passionate about making a difference and excited to be part of a school that values every member of its community, we would love to hear from you.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

St Thomas CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, an Enhanced DBS will be required and the successful candidates will be required to undertake safeguarding training.

Further details about St Thomas CE Primary School are available on the website www.stthomas.org.uk. Visits to school are welcomed. Please contact the school office on 01484 226557 to arrange a visit to look around school.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St Thomas CE Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 387 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Thomas CE Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-thomas-ce-primary-school

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