Teaching Assistant
Armley Park Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 2AY19 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
24 February 2025 at 9am
Date listed
30 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £23,656.00 - £24,404.00 Annually (FTE) £12.26 to £12.65 per hour
Teaching Assistant job summary
Teaching Assistant
Pay Grade:
A1/B1 point 2-4 £23,656 - £24,404 pro rata
£12.26 - £12.65 per hour
Post(s) to which directly responsible:
Class Teacher, Deputy Headteacher, Head of School
Purpose of post:
Supporting in-class learning for specific pupils or for the whole class.
Responsibilities
Supporting class teachers during teaching;
Supporting specific children who have additional needs;
Supporting teachers in managing class behaviour;
Supporting teachers with the planning, development and delivery of programmes of work for children in class;
Getting classrooms ready for lessons and clearing away materials and equipment after lessons;
Establish supportive and secure relationships with children, promoting positive, inclusive whole school ethos and value;
To help, support and motivate children, including clarifying instructions, encouraging independent problem solving and enabling learning targets to be achieved;
Listening to children read and reading to children;
Supervising group activities, lunchtime and playtime;
Carrying out administrative tasks, including recording pupil progress, maintaining records and providing feedback to teachers;
Develop relationships with parent/carer(s) and other stakeholders;
To provide welfare support to children, including administering First Aid (dependent on training) and attending to personal hygiene or medical needs as required;
Supporting children's learning in the outdoor provision;
Setting up outdoor provision for the children;
Providing intimate care (changing) for children who require it;
To work across our early years team;
To be passionate about working with young children;
To engage and inspire young children in interesting learning opportunities;
Thinking on their feet to follow children’s learning interests in the moment;
Be able to communicate well with parents and carers;
Have a nurturing approach which settles young children into their new learning environment;
To be able to meet the care needs of young children;
Relationships:
The post holder will be required to work flexibly to deliver an effective service.
There will be regular contact with school pupils, colleagues, and other members of staff, parent/carer(s) and other external stakeholders.
Physical Conditions:
This post is currently based at Armley Park Primary School.
During the course of your employment, you may be required to undertake your duties at other Owlcotes Multi-Academy Trust schools.
Armley Park Primary School is all located on one floor which is fully accessible.
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Armley Park Primary School operates a non-smoking policy.
Economic Conditions:
Grade: NJC A1/B1 point 2-4 £23,656 - £24,404, £12.26 - £12.65 per hour
Annual Leave: Term-time only working plus 5 extra working days at the school’s discretion.
Hours: The post is 33 hours per week, Monday – Friday, with the option for additional hours by mutual agreement. This is a fixed term appointment until November 2025.
Conditions of Service: NJC conditions apply.
Prospects:
Promotion: Whilst there is no automatic progression to any more senior posts, opportunities do exist for advancement and promotion, dependent upon normal staff movements and on the capabilities of the individual post holder.
Training: Armley Park Primary School encourages training both “in-house” and external to meet the needs of the individual and of the service.
Qualifications:
Desirable: GCSE English, Maths and Science qualifications at Grade C minimum (or equivalent), Level 3 teaching assistant qualification or appropriate level of experience of operating in a classroom environment is desirable.
Relationships:
The post holder will be required to work flexibly to deliver an effective service.
There will be regular contact with school pupils, colleagues, and other members of staff, parent/carer(s) and other external stakeholders.
Physical Conditions:
This post is currently based at Armley Park Primary School.
During the course of your employment, you may be required to undertake your duties at other Owlcotes Multi-Academy Trust schools.
Armley Park Primary School is all located on one floor which is fully accessible.
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Armley Park Primary School operates a non-smoking policy.
Economic Conditions:
Grade: NJC A1/B1 point 2-4 £23,656 - £24,404, £12.26 - £12.65 per hour
Annual Leave: Term-time only working plus 5 extra working days at the school’s discretion.
Hours: The post is 33 hours per week, Monday – Friday, with the option for additional hours by mutual agreement. This is a fixed term appointment until November 2025.
Conditions of Service: NJC conditions apply.
Prospects:
Promotion: Whilst there is no automatic progression to any more senior posts, opportunities do exist for advancement and promotion, dependent upon normal staff movements and on the capabilities of the individual post holder.
Training: Armley Park Primary School encourages training both “in-house” and external to meet the needs of the individual and of the service.
Qualifications:
Desirable: GCSE English, Maths and Science qualifications at Grade C minimum (or equivalent), Level 3 teaching assistant qualification or appropriate level of experience of operating in a classroom environment is desirable.
Job Description Prepared/Reviewed by: Claire Prior
Job Description Approved by: Emily Caine
Employee Specification:
Detailed below are the types of skills, experience and knowledge that are required of applicants applying for the post. The ‘Essential Requirements’ indicates the minimum requirements, applicants lacking these attributes will not be considered for the post. The ‘Desirable Requirements’ are additional attributes to enable the applicant to perform the position more effectively. They are not essential, but may be used to distinguish between acceptable candidates.
SKILLS
Essential
Desirable
MOA
Able to communicated effectively with a wide range of people
A and I
Relationships:
The post holder will be required to work flexibly to deliver an effective service.
There will be regular contact with school pupils, colleagues, and other members of staff, parent/carer(s) and other external stakeholders.
Physical Conditions:
This post is currently based at Armley Park Primary School.
During the course of your employment, you may be required to undertake your duties at other Owlcotes Multi-Academy Trust schools.
Armley Park Primary School is all located on one floor which is fully accessible.
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Armley Park Primary School operates a non-smoking policy.
Economic Conditions:
Grade: NJC A1/B1 point 2-4 £23,656 - £24,404, £12.26 - £12.65 per hour
Annual Leave: Term-time only working plus 5 extra working days at the school’s discretion.
Hours: The post is 33 hours per week, Monday – Friday, with the option for additional hours by mutual agreement. This is a fixed term appointment until November 2025.
Conditions of Service: NJC conditions apply.
Prospects:
Promotion: Whilst there is no automatic progression to any more senior posts, opportunities do exist for advancement and promotion, dependent upon normal staff movements and on the capabilities of the individual post holder.
Training: Armley Park Primary School encourages training both “in-house” and external to meet the needs of the individual and of the service.
Qualifications:
Desirable: GCSE English, Maths and Science qualifications at Grade C minimum (or equivalent), Level 3 teaching assistant qualification or appropriate level of experience of operating in a classroom environment is desirable.
Job Description Prepared/Reviewed by: Claire Prior
Job Description Approved by: Emily Caine
Employee Specification:
Detailed below are the types of skills, experience and knowledge that are required of applicants applying for the post. The ‘Essential Requirements’ indicates the minimum requirements, applicants lacking these attributes will not be considered for the post. The ‘Desirable Requirements’ are additional attributes to enable the applicant to perform the position more effectively. They are not essential, but may be used to distinguish between acceptable candidates.
SKILLS
Essential
Desirable
MOA
Able to communicated effectively with a wide range of people
A and I
Able to work flexibly as part of a team and show initiative
A and I
Able to prioritise work to meet conflicting deadlines
A and I
Able to demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills
C
KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
Desirable
MOA
Knowledge/qualifications demonstrating ability in numeracy and literacy (GCSE English, Maths and Science qualifications at Grade C minimum (or equivalent), NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or appropriate level of experience of operating in a classroom environment).
C
EXPERIENCE
Essential
Desirable
MOA
Experience of dealing with queries from a wide range of people
A and I
Experience in the use of Microsoft Office products
A and I
Experience of participating in teams
A and I
BEHAVIOUR AND OTHER RELATED CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
Desirable
MOA
Will abide by Owlcotes Multi Academy Trust policies in the duties of the post and as an employee of the Trust.
A and I
Will carry out all duties having regard to an employee’s responsibility under the Trust’s Health and Safety Policies
A and I
To display a responsible and co-operative attitude to working towards the achievement of the service area aims and objectives
A and I
Ability to respect sensitive and confidential work
A and I
Commitment to own personal development and learning
A and I
Method of Assessment (MOA): A – Application Form, T – Test, I – Interview, C – Certificate
Employee Specification:
Detailed below are the types of skills, experience and knowledge that are required of applicants applying for the post. The ‘Essential Requirements’ indicates the minimum requirements, applicants lacking these attributes will not be considered for the post. The ‘Desirable Requirements’ are additional attributes to enable the applicant to perform the position more effectively. They are not essential, but may be used to distinguish between acceptable candidates.
SKILLS
Essential
Desirable
MOA
Able to communicated effectively with a wide range of people
A and I
Able to work flexibly as part of a team and show initiative
A and I
Able to prioritise work to meet conflicting deadlines
A and I
Able to demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills
C
KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
Desirable
MOA
Knowledge/qualifications demonstrating ability in numeracy and literacy (GCSE English, Maths and Science qualifications at Grade C minimum (or equivalent), NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or appropriate level of experience of operating in a classroom environment).
C
EXPERIENCE
Essential
Desirable
MOA
Experience of dealing with queries from a wide range of people
A and I
Experience in the use of Microsoft Office products
A and I
Experience of participating in teams
A and I
BEHAVIOUR AND OTHER RELATED CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
Desirable
MOA
Will abide by Owlcotes Multi Academy Trust policies in the duties of the post and as an employee of the Trust.
A and I
Will carry out all duties having regard to an employee’s responsibility under the Trust’s Health and Safety Policies
A and I
To display a responsible and co-operative attitude to working towards the achievement of the service area aims and objectives
A and I
Ability to respect sensitive and confidential work
A and I
Commitment to own personal development and learning
A and I
Method of Assessment (MOA): A – Application Form, T – Test, I – Interview, C – Certificate
SKILLS | Essential | Desirable | MOA |
Able to communicated effectively with a wide range of people | A and I | ||
Able to work flexibly as part of a team and show initiative | A and I | ||
Able to prioritise work to meet conflicting deadlines | A and I | ||
Able to demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills | C |
KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS | Essential | Desirable | MOA |
Knowledge/qualifications demonstrating ability in numeracy and literacy (GCSE English, Maths and Science qualifications at Grade C minimum (or equivalent), NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or appropriate level of experience of operating in a classroom environment). | C |
EXPERIENCE | Essential | Desirable | MOA |
Experience of dealing with queries from a wide range of people | A and I | ||
Experience in the use of Microsoft Office products | A and I | ||
Experience of participating in teams | A and I |
BEHAVIOUR AND OTHER RELATED CHARACTERISTICS | Essential | Desirable | MOA |
Will abide by Owlcotes Multi Academy Trust policies in the duties of the post and as an employee of the Trust. | A and I | ||
Will carry out all duties having regard to an employee’s responsibility under the Trust’s Health and Safety Policies | A and I | ||
To display a responsible and co-operative attitude to working towards the achievement of the service area aims and objectives | A and I | ||
Ability to respect sensitive and confidential work | A and I | ||
Commitment to own personal development and learning | A and I |
Method of Assessment (MOA): A – Application Form, T – Test, I – Interview, C – Certificate
Commitment to safeguarding
Armley Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments made are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Armley Park Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 236 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Armley Park Primary School website (opens in new tab)
Armley Park Primary School is a one-form primary school, with a nursery, in the Armley area of Leeds.
At Armley Park Primary School, we want our pupils to achieve their best in all areas of life. This could be academic, musical, by making great choices or simply being kind and caring to others. We value the efforts of every pupil and want every child to feel like they can succeed and that any failure or set back is just a part of learning. The purpose of our school is to develop pupils who are eager to continue learning, want challenging and reflect on previous experiences.
Armley Park Primary is a fast growing and ambitious school, with a great team of like-minded and motivated school staff and leaders. Part of Owlcotes Multi-Academy Trust since December 2019, the school has benefitted from the support of Owlcotes, namely through working collaboratively with a network of teachers and leaders to share best practice and create an enriched curriculum.
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