Job Description

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Lindley CE Infant School

Hours

KS1 - 5 Days per week 8.45am - 3.25pm / SEN - 5 days per week 1.15 pm - 3.25pm

Number of Jobs

2

Location(s)

Huddersfield and surrounding areas

Position type

Permanent

Grade

See Advert

Salary

See Advert

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Lindley CE Infant School.

EDUCATIONAL TEACHING ASSISTANT (KS1) - Grade 5 (Job Ref KS1)

5 Days per week 8.45am - 3.25pm

including LTSA role (Grade 3)

Required from 17th November 2025 or as soon as possible after that

EDUCATIONAL TEACHING ASSISTANT (SEN - Grade 5 (Job Ref SEND)

5 days per week 1.15 pm - 3.25pm

Required as soon as possible

Job share or part time hours considered

TERM TIME ONLY

Lindley CE Infant School is a warm and inclusive infant school committed to giving every child the very best start in their education. We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and highly motivated teaching assistants who can demonstrate previous experience of working in a school environment, supporting the learning of pupils and building positive relationships with children and colleagues.


We would love to hear from you if you:

Are patient, nurturing, and able to build strong, trusting relationships. Can adapt learning to meet individual needs Work well as part of a team and have excellent communication skills. Have experience of working with children with SEND. Have experience delivering interventions to support phonics and writing Are willing to learn and engage with training opportunities to further develop Are resilient in the face of challenges.

What we can offer:

A supportive and friendly team who are passionate about making a difference. Ongoing professional development and training opportunities A welcoming school community where everyone is valued and encouraged to reach their potential.

These posts are offered on a fixed term basis until 31 August 2026. Continuation of these roles will be reviewed subject to future funding and educational needs.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.


If you require further information about the role, please contact the school on 01484 646888 or email office@lindleyinfantschool.org.uk or you can visit the school website. Please apply by completing the application form on the school website at www.

lindleyinfants

ch.org.uk

stating the job reference you wish to apply for.

Completed forms should be addressed to the Acting Headteacher, Mrs Natalie Thompson and should be returned by post or by email to office@lindleyinfantschool.org.uk no later than

9am

Monday 3rd November 2025. Interviews will be held Friday 7th November.

Closing date

03 November 2025, 9:00 AM