Teaching Assistant

Contract Type: Term Time Only (38 weeks)

Salary: A1-B1

Hours: 31.25

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant that is a forward thinking, dynamic and a resilient individual. The colleague appointed will be a natural inspirer, with the ability to work collaboratively, deal effectively with behavioural issues and work with colleagues from outside agencies.

The role will involve whole class support as well as support for individuals and small groups of pupils with SEND.

The ideal candidate should:

Actively support the ethos, educational vision, policies and direction of the school

Have high expectations of children’s achievement and behaviour

Have experience of working with children with SEND

Be enthusiastic and flexible, using their own initiative

Be creative and able to motivate all children

High standards of English and Maths

The ability to work successfully as part of a team

We can offer:

Professional development opportunities

Support and mentoring by a strong Senior Leadership Team

A full induction programme for new staff

Well behaved and polite children

Beeston Primary School is a large three form entry school with over 700 pupils including a large nursery setting. We are situated close to Elland Road Stadium and are proud of our links with the Leeds United Foundation.

We encourage you to visit our school prior to submitting your application. We also suggest that you familiarise yourself with our school website to provide you with a greater insight into life at our school. We are conducting small group and/or individual visits around school on the following dates:

Friday 23rd October at 9.30am & 3.30pm

To book on to one of the tours of the school, please contact our school office using the details below:

Email: mainoffice@beestonprimary.org

Phone: 0113 2716978