Learning Support Assistant (Fixed Term Maternity Cover)
Northfield Primary School, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 3LYThis job expired on 4 October 2024 – see similar jobs
Job start date
4 November 2024
Closing date
4 October 2024 at 8am
Date listed
24 September 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Full time: 31.25 hours a week, Monday - Friday Term Time Plus 2 days
Contract type
- Fixed term - 12 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
Full-time equivalent salary
- £23,500.00 - £23,893.00 (££16,786.00 - £17,067.00 pro rata) per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking, motivated Learning Support Assistant to become part of our team at Northfield Primary School. We are looking for someone with a proactive 'can-do' attitude and a passion for doing whatever it takes. Beyond that, we are looking for an individual who demonstrates the potential to excel in their role.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- supporting pupil’s learning and attending to pupils’ personal needs in order to support teaching and learning in the classroom and across the school.
- supporting the preparation, planning and implementation of individual and group learning activities and intervention programmes across the school.
- There may also be times when you are required to work with pupils who have additional needs.
This role is a fixed term (maternity cover) contract from 04 November 2024 to 31st October 2025 of 31.25 hours per week, term time plus two days.
What the school offers its staff
Northfield Primary School
Northfield Primary School are proud to have recently joined one of the country’s highest performing Trusts. Our school is firmly rooted in our local community and we believe that strong community ties enhance the educational experience for our students. We believe in laying the foundations on which children can build their futures. Our committed team of staff are dedicated to providing a well-rounded education that empowers children to reach their full potential. We believe that each child is unique and possesses their own set of talents and abilities, and it is our mission to help them discover and develop these qualities.
Our school is not just a place of learning; it's a vibrant and inclusive community that values diversity and promotes a sense of belonging. We encourage open communication between parents/carers, teachers, and children to ensure that every child feels supported and is successful.
As we embark on this new journey as a member of Pontefract Academies Trust we are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead for our staff, students and our wider school community.
About Pontefract Academies Trust
Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve. The Trust is renowned for its commitment to excellence and has achieved remarkable success. Five of our primary schools rank within the top 1% nationally for progress, and our secondary schools feature among the top three secondary schools in the Wakefield district. In a testament to our dedication to educational excellence, De Lacy Primary School was recognised as an “Outstanding” school across all categories by Ofsted in March 2024, underscoring our unwavering pursuit of high standards.
What can we offer you?
We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:
- Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities
- Generous employer pension (Teachers Pension and West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS).
- Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary (starting from 26 days annual leave, up to a maximum of 33 days dependent on length of service and grade of role – plus 8 statutory bank holidays).
- Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Discounted gym membership
- Free eyecare via Specsavers
- Childcare vouchers
- Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters).
- Discounts at numerous retailers including O2
- Free flu vaccinations.
Further details about the role
Next steps:
Please visit the Pontefract Academies Trust website where you can find the Trust Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2028.
Here you can find Northfield Primary School with further information about our visions and values.
For more information about the role or to arrange a potential visit please contact the school on 01977 651291or via email atrecruitment@northfield.patrust.org.uk
Completed application forms should be returned via Face-Ed no later than 10:00am on Friday 4th October 2024.
We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.
The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare.
Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.
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.
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About Northfield Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 371 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@northfield.patrust.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01977 651291
Arranging a visit to Northfield Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@northfield.patrust.org.uk.
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