Teaching Assistant

What skills and experience we're looking for

About You

We are looking for someone who

• Is compassionate, patient, and committed to nurturing children’s individual potential
• Has experience in supporting children with SEND
• Has experience with SEMH
• Works collaboratively with colleagues and families to create inclusive learning environments
• Is adaptable, proactive, and eager to contribute ideas to improve practice
• Ideally holds a Teaching Assistant Level 3 qualification.

Your kindness and courage to innovate will help us continue to develop a supportive culture where all children feel safe, valued, and excited about learning.

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer

• A welcoming, supportive team and leadership committed to your professional growth
• Opportunities to engage in ongoing training and development
• The chance to make a real difference in a school focused on inclusion, creativity, and community
• Access to green spaces and sports pitches across our three sites, enriching the school experience
• A school culture that celebrates diversity and fosters positive relationships

Further details about the role

How to Apply

Salary

B1–B3 (depending on experience and qualifications)

Closing Date

30th

October 2026 Contact

Keeley Penny, k.penny@castletonleeds.org.uk

Please submit your application demonstrating your commitment to our school values. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.