Teaching Assistant

On-site in Leeds·Added 6 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)

Leeds City Council

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Our summary

Salary: £27,274 - £29,071 a year
About £1,930 - £2,040 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Leeds
Closing date: Apply by Monday 2 November
Commute: Cycle to work scheme

The role

Job title and organisation: Teaching Assistant (Maternity Cover) - Bishop Young C of E Academy
Salary: B3 SCP 7-11 £27,274 - £29,071 FTE Actual Salary £20,606 - £21,963
Hours: 32.5 per week (Term Time Only plus 5 days)
Contract: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)
Location: Bishop Young C of E Academy, Bishops Way, Leeds LS14 6NU
Closing Date and Time: Monday 2 November 2026 at 9am

What you'll do

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

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.
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

Hiring process

Applications are submitted via electronic application form on 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 www.bishopyoungacademy.co.uk

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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With people at the heart, the council aims to recruit and develop talented individuals who are committed to making a difference to its communities, who treat people fairly and who are focused on finding better ways of doing things. Its employment practices and staff benefits are designed to reward colleagues fairly, develop their careers, support their wellbeing and help their money go further.

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