Early Years Teaching Assistant

What skills and experience we're looking for

About You

You will be someone who

• Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential)
• Has a genuine passion and love for working with the youngest children
• Embraces our core values of kindness, courage, and curiosity in all interactions
• Is committed to inclusive practice and supporting children with diverse needs
• Works well as part of a supportive, collaborative team
• Is eager to learn, grow professionally, and make a lasting difference in children’s lives

Your warmth, patience, and creativity will help ignite our children’s spark for learning and ensure they have the best start to their education.

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer

• A welcoming, inclusive school community that celebrates diversity
• A supportive Senior Leadership Team and experienced teaching staff
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development aligned with our school improvement priorities
• Access to a rich curriculum and resources designed to inspire children and staff alike
• The chance to contribute to a school that is making real strides in improving outcomes for all children

Further details about the role

How to Apply

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Salary

B1-3

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Closing Date

30th October 2026

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Application Requirements

Please ensure you hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and demonstrate your passion for early years education in your application.

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Contact

For more information or to submit your application, please contact Keeley Penny at k.penny@castletonleeds.org.uk

We warmly 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.