Teaching Assistant

Job title and organisation: Teaching Assistant - Bishop Young C of E Academy
Salary: B3 SCP 7-11 term time only, £27,274 to £29,071 FTE
Hours: 32.5
Contract: Fixed term (maternity cover), term time only, 38 weeks per year plus 5 days (39 weeks)
Location: Bishop Young C of E Acdemy, Bishops Way, Leeds LS14 6NU
Closing Date and Time: Monday 12 October 2026 at 9:00am

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team who have:

• The ability to develop and work in a strong, effective team
• Assist in the planning of learning activities
• Undertake work in the classroom or outside the main teaching area on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• The ability to encourage and enthuse students to achieve their full potential.

You will be:

• A highly motivated and hard-working individual
• A team-player who can develop positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Someone who will support the Trust's Christian ethos as well as our shared mission and values

Our Trust, a family of eight academies in the Anglican Diocese of Leeds and in the geographical areas of Leeds and Calderdale, shares a mission to work

In Partnership to Educate, Nurture and Empower

We can offer:

• Friendly, welcoming academies with a strong Christian ethos as well as enthusiastic, well-motivated colleagues
• A 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discounts/offers at high street and online retailers, cycle to work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Free onsite parking
• Membership of an excellent local government pension scheme

How to apply

Applications are submitted via electronic application form on MyNewTerm - Teaching Assistant at Bishop Young Church of England Academy, Leeds, West Yorkshire | MyNewTerm. You are advised to read the job and people profile and our recruitment guidance which outlines our safer recruitment requirements and responsibilities, including pre-employment checks, and provides information about eligibility to apply.

Information about our Trust is available on our website. Find out about Bishop Young Academy, including the academy Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, by visiting Bishop Young C of E Academy.

To arrange a visit or find out more about the role, please contact Jade Duffin on jduffin@bishopyoungacademy.co.uk

Applications can only be submitted up until the closing date. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the Trust reserves the right to close vacancies early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Abbey MAT 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 candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects our communities.

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.
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