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SalaryHigher Level Teaching Assistant
Start date 15th April 2024 or as soon as possible
Working 32.5 hours per week, term time only, permanent
SCP 23 – 25 (SO1) £32,076 - £33,945 FTE (actual £20,587 - £21,723)
Ninelands Primary School is a large and popular two form entry school in Garforth, Leeds. The governing body are seeking to employ a Higher Level Teaching Assistant who is able to work across all age groups supporting teachers in delivering the curriculum and to cover PPA and leadership time on a daily basis.
We are seeking an individual who:
- Has the flexibility and confidence to cover classes throughout the whole school
- Understand how children learn on an individual level to ensure progress
- Work effectively as part of a skilled team, having excellent communication skills
- Holds Higher Level Teaching Assistant status or above
- Has enthusiasm and passion for the job
- Is committed to delivering the best possible education to all our pupils
- Has high aspirations for own career development
We can offer you:
- motivated children who are curious and eager to explore and learn
- a dedicated and professional staff team
- a well-resourced and attractive environment
- a strong commitment to continuous professional career development and equal opportunities
- a happy school with strong support from its stakeholders
Experience of working with primary children and a commitment to inclusion is essential. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates who enjoy a large, vibrant and happy workplace. We greatly value outdoor, practical learning, with an emphasis on high standards of achievement and behaviour. You will be joining a team of highly skilled staff including other HLTAs working within the school.
Interested candidates are welcomed to contact Mrs Jackie Coyle, School Business Manager for further information on the post on 0113 2878370 or at office@ninelands-school.co.uk. Visit our website www.ninelands-school.co.ukfor more information about Ninelands Primary School.
Ninelands Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to a DBS enhanced check.
We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the populations of Leeds.
Enhanced Disclosure
Thank you for your interest in this post at Ninelands Primary School. The post you are applying for involves working with young people. It is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and any offer of employment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure.
As an organisation assessing applicants’ suitability for positions which are included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order using criminal record checks processed through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), the School complies fully with the Code of Practice and undertakes to treat all applicants for positions fairly. The School undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a criminal record check on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed.
An Enhanced Disclosure is carried out by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and will check criminal records for information on any convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings held on the Police National Computer and on local Police records.
All information on criminal records provided both by you and within the Enhanced Disclosure will be used, stored and disposed of in confidence and in line with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Code of Practice of Disclosure Information.
If your application is successful, you will receive further information on how to complete the Enhanced Disclosure.
It is illegal to apply for this position if you are on the Children’s Barred List.
Ninelands Primary School has a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, which is made available to all DBS applicants at the outset of the recruitment process.
The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
