Job Description

Ref: SCH-PAT-0643

The role is a fixed term, 27.5 hours per week, term time plus 2 days, contract with an end date of 01/11/2026.

Salary: Grade 4, Scale Range 5-6

24,790.00 - 25,183.00 FTE per annum reduced to 15,582.00 - 15,830.00 due to part time hours and term time working.

'Are you passionate about education and eager to make a lasting impact on young minds?'

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking, motivated Learning Support Assistant to become part of our team at Carleton Park Junior and Infant School. We are looking for someone with a proactive 'can-do' attitude and a passion for doing whatever it takes. Beyond that, we are looking for an individual who demonstrates the potential to excel in their role.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

supporting pupil's learning and attending to pupils' personal needs in order to support teaching and learning in the classroom and across the school. supporting the preparation, planning and implementation of individual and group learning activities and intervention programmes across the school. There may also be times when you are required to work with pupils who have additional needs.
The role is a fixed term, maternity cover position from 29/01/2026 to 01/11/2026, working 27.5 hours per week, term time plus two days, permanent contract, equating to 192 working days per annum.

The working pattern for this position is 08:45 - 15:15, Monday to Friday.

Carleton Park Junior and Infant School

At Carleton Park Primary School, we are renowned for our exceptional academic achievements, both locally and nationally. Our school is a special place to work. Small in size but big in ambition, we are a close-knit community where every child is known, nurtured and challenged to achieve their very best. We are consistently proud of our excellent end of Key Stage 2 outcomes, which reflect not only the hard work and commitment of our pupils, but also the skill, creativity and dedication of our staff.
In November 2024, Ofsted praised the school as outstanding in all five inspected judgement areas, affirming our commitment to excellence.

About Pontefract Academies Trust

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross-phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primary and two secondary schools. Our mission is to run high-quality, high-achieving schools that give our children and young people the chances in life they deserve.

We are proud of the exceptional progress our schools are making. At Key Stage 2, our primary outcomes are 24% above the national average, with five of our seven primaries ranked in the top 5% nationally for combined outcomes. In the last 12 months alone, three of our primary schools - Carleton Park, Larks Hill, and Halfpenny Lane - were rated Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. Our secondary schools also continue to deliver strong outcomes. Key Stage 4 results in English, Maths and Science are consistently well above the national average, and both schools received successful Ofsted visits in 2022 and 2024.

We take pride in our workplace culture and the strength of our team. In our 2025 Staff Survey with Edurio, we received outstanding feedback, earning three awards based on national data from the 2024/25 academic year:

National: Trust Value Award - Excellence Regional: Staff Choice Award (Larks Hill Junior & Infant School) Regional: Trust Benefit School Award (De Lacy Primary School)
These awards reflect the culture we've built - one where staff feel valued, listened to, and part of something meaningful.

Looking ahead, we've recently announced an exciting development, a proposed merger with Ark Schools, planned for September 2026. This step reflects our ambition to grow, never settle, and to do what's right for our pupils, staff, and community. This change will bring even stronger support, greater collaboration, and more opportunities. We're excited for what's ahead and we hope that you'll consider joining us as we continue to grow.

What can we offer you?

We're passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:

For the 2025/26 academic year, we will be providing staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days. These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals. Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing. Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities Generous employer pension (West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS) Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary (26 - 33 days based on service and grade) + 8 statutory bank holidays, Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance Cycle to work scheme, Blue Light card, discounted gym membership Free eyecare via Specsavers, childcare vouchers Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters) Discounts at numerous retailers including O2 Free flu vaccinations.

Key Dates

Application Deadline: 10:00am, Friday 7 November 2025 Interviews to be held: W/C 10/11/2025 Start Date: 29 January 2026

Application Process

Complete an application form via our website

Important Links

Pontefract Academies Trust website

Trust Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2028

Carleton Park J&I School website

Further Information

Contact: 01977 722615 or recruitment@carletonpark.patrust.org.uk
We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.

The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare.

Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: 15,582.00-15,830.00 per year

Expected hours: 27.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person