Year 6 Teaching Assistant
Cookridge Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 7DH10 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
19 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
9 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Due to the retirement of the current post holder, Cookridge Primary are looking for a full time teaching assistant in Year 6 - 32.5 or 37.5 hours - negotiable
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- A1 - B3 based on experience
What skills and experience we're looking for
Due to the retirement of the current post holder, Cookridge Primary is looking for a full time teaching assistantin Year 6.
Join Our Team
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young learners? Cookridge Primary School is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our Year 6 team. This is a wonderful opportunity to become part of a vibrant, supportive community where every member of staff is valued, encouraged, and empowered to grow. If you are looking for a role where your contribution truly matters and you can help shape the future for our children, we would love to hear from you.
About Cookridge Primary
At Cookridge, we believe every child is born with a natural curiosity and a unique spark for learning. Our school cherishes each pupil as an individual, celebrating their talents, interests, and the special role they play in our community. We are proud to welcome families from all backgrounds, working closely with parents and the wider community to ensure every child receives the very best start in life.
We are committed to nurturing resilient, respectful, and caring children who see learning as an exciting and integral part of life. Our school culture is rooted in happiness, pride, and a genuine sense of belonging. We place children at the heart of everything we do, creating a fun, active, and personalised learning environment where everyone is encouraged to aim high and support one another on their journey of discovery. At Cookridge, it is safe to make mistakes and grow together, knowing that support is always at hand.
As a Teaching Assistant you will play a vital role in supporting our pupils’ learning and wellbeing during this important stage of their primary education. Working in close partnership with our dedicated teachers and wider staff team, you will help create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment where every child can thrive.
This role would be ideally suited to someone who is at the start of their teaching career (has QTS) and is keen to gain teaching experience before taking up a full-time teaching position. Alternatively, a teacher that no longer wants full teaching and planning responsibility but would still love the opportunity to positively impact pupils education and experiences would also be ideally suited.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with the class teacher to deliver engaging and effective learning experiences for all pupils.
Provide tailored support to small groups and individual children, helping them to achieve their best and develop confidence in their abilities.
Assist with classroom organisation and management, ensuring a positive and inclusive atmosphere where children feel safe and inspired to learn.
Deliver targeted interventions to support children’s progress, adapting your approach to meet individual needs and celebrate every success.
Occasional whole class teaching.
The Person
We are looking for someone who is warm, resilient, and open to new possibilities—a team player who is excited to support children on their learning journey and contribute to our caring school community.
A genuine passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential.
An approachable, positive attitude and the ability to build strong relationships with pupils, colleagues, and families.
A good understanding of the primary curriculum, with strong skills in maths and English (minimum Grade C or Level 4/5).
Flexibility, initiative, and a willingness to learn and grow as part of a supportive team.
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer
At Cookridge, we believe that happy staff make happy schools. We are committed to supporting your wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance, ensuring you feel valued every step of the way.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
A genuinely supportive and friendly working environment where your wellbeing is a priority.
A school culture that values collaboration, encourages innovation, and celebrates individual strengths.
The opportunity to work alongside passionate colleagues who are dedicated to making a positive difference every day.
Ongoing professional development and encouragement to pursue your own learning and growth.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application before the closing date of 19-6-2026 12pm to l.hunter@cookridgeprimaryschool.org.uk
For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact the school directly on 0113 3862500
Further information about the job
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
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Apply for this jobAbout Cookridge Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 318 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Cookridge Primary School website
- Email address
- l.hunter@cookridgeprimaryschool.org.uk
- Phone number
- 0113 3862500
Cookridge primary is situated in North West Leeds.
Arranging a visit to Cookridge Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email l.hunter@cookridgeprimaryschool.org.uk.
School location
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