Teaching Assistant

Castleford Park Junior Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 4BB

16 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  12 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  23 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE) 27.5 hours Monday to Friday 08:50 – 15:05 Grade 4 SCP 5-6, Actual Salary £16,621.80 - £16,885.59. Fixed Term Contract end date 17th July 2026.

Teaching Assistant job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is to support teaching and learning within the classroom and work with specific pupils who require support to access the curriculum.

As part of your role, you will ensure that every child feels seen, heard, and capable.

You will:

• Work closely with the Class Teacher to deliver small group and 1:1 planned teaching activities as well delivering tailored interventions that make the curriculum accessible to all.
• Be a champion for inclusion, supporting children with additional needs to thrive alongside their peers.
• Foster a safe, nurturing space where social and emotional development is prioritized as much as academic milestones.
• Observe and record the "wow" moments, helping to shape each child's unique learning journey.

We aren't just looking for a set of qualifications; we’re looking for a mindset. You’re perfect for this role if:

• You have a "can-do" attitude and a heart for service.
• You are patient, resilient, and possess a genuine empathy for the challenges young learners face.
• You understand that inclusion isn't just a buzzword, it’s a daily commitment to removing barriers.
• You hold a Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification (or have equivalent experience that shows your dedication).

Closing Date for Applications: Thursday 12th March, 3.30pm

Shortlisting and Interviews: Shortlisting will take place following the closing date, with interview dates to be confirmed following.

References: References will be taken up shortly after shortlisting and prior to interview using the contact details you supply on your application.

School Visits & Informal Discussions: We strongly encourage prospective candidates to visit the school, or to contact if you have any questions regarding the position.

Equal Opportunities: Castleford Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. Castleford Trust welcomes applications from anyone who meets the criteria for the role.

Safeguarding and DBS Clearance: Castleford Trust are committed to promoting safeguarding and the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Therefore, all appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and an enhanced DBS check.

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 Castleford Park Junior Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 414 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Castleford Park Junior Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/castleford-park-junior-academy

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