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Teaching Assistant

Cover Supervisor - Scale 7 (DOE)

Moorlands Primary School · Huddersfield · Kirklees

Job description

The successful candidate will supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers, delivering pre-planned learning activities and ensuring that pupils remain engaged, safe and motivated in their learning.

The successful candidate will:

  • Have experience of working with primary-aged children.
  • Have excellent communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
  • Have strong behaviour management skills and be able to create a positive learning environment.
  • Be confident working across the full primary age range (mainly 7-11 years).
  • Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
  • Be highly motivated, resourceful and committed to ensuring the highest possible standards of achievement, personal development and wellbeing for all pupils.
  • Have high expectations and an absolute belief in the potential of every child.
  • Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrate enthusiasm, initiative and a commitment to continued professional development.
  • Be fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We can offer:

  • Friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved children who enjoy learning.
  • A dedicated and supportive staff team.
  • Opportunities for continued professional development.
  • A welcoming and inclusive school community.
  • The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils.

Main Duties

  • Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers, delivering pre-planned learning activities.
  • Manage pupil behaviour in line with school policies and procedures.
  • Provide accurate feedback to teachers regarding pupil engagement, progress and behaviour.
  • Support pupils' learning, wellbeing and personal development across the school.
  • Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to ensure the best outcomes for all children.
  • Respond appropriately to any issues that arise during lessons, following school policies and procedures.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all other pre-employment checks.

How to Apply

You are asked to consider the following points when completing your application:

Please ensure your My New Term profile is as up to date as possible

Please ensure you answer all application questions to the best of your ability

Please do not submit a C.V. in addition to or instead of the application form.
Please give e-mail addresses for your referees.

Completed applications should be returned to the school no later than 9am on Friday 25th September.

Closing Date: Friday 25th September, 9am
Interviews: Week beginning Monday 5th October

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

For further information about the role, please contact the school office.

Start Date: November 2026

Mrs Amanda Denney
Headteacher

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About this school

Moorlands Primary School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 4–11

Not rated
Academy trust
HERITAGE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
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Location

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Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD3 3UH

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Salary
£26,403.00 Annually (FTE)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
8 September 2026
Closing date
25 September 2026

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