Job Description

Salary: GSAL 16, full-time equivalent 25,832. Actual salary payable based on 37.5 hours per week, term-time only plus 10 days 21,333.71 Contract: Full-time, permanent Start date: September 2025
Are you passionate about providing a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for children?


The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) is seeking an enthusiastic full time Teaching Assistant to join the Primary School team from September 2025 working with children from 3 to 11 years old.


You do not need to have an early years qualification but do need at least two years of experience as a Teaching Assistant. A level 2 or level 3 TA qualification is desirable.


The ideal candidate will be passionate about supporting children's learning, both academically and pastorally by working closely with teachers to deliver engaging lessons and assisting with the preparation of resources. They will provide individual and small-group support, helping pupils to develop their skills and confidence, while also supervising the class for short periods when needed.


Pastoral care is a key aspect of the role, and the successful candidate will play an active part in ensuring that all pupils feel safe, supported, and included. They will help to promote positive behaviour and social development in line with school policies and will work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and colleagues to enhance pupil progress. In addition, they will contribute to the wider school community by assisting with events and open days.


A full and relevant early years TA qualification is essential, along with a minimum of two years' experience.


The Grammar School at Leeds primary school welcomes children from 3-11 and is based in its own building on the main school site. We have purpose-built facilities, including performance spaces, music rooms, art, food technology and science rooms surrounded by playgrounds and extensive playing fields. We deliver outstanding pastoral and learning opportunities to enable every child to be kind, be brave and grow a little every day, which are our core primary values.


The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) is one of the leading schools in the north and traces its history back to 1552. In the last five years GSAL Senior School has twice been named North Independent School of the Year, and North Independent School of the Decade in the Sunday Times Parent Power League Table.

How to apply

If you're passionate about shaping students' educational experiences and contributing to a vibrant learning community, we encourage you to apply. Simply complete the online application form available on our website. Please be prepared to provide copies of any qualifications mentioned in your application.


More information about the school, role and responsibilities are contained in the job description and person specification attached in the documents section on our website advert. Please note we cannot offer tours or visits due to the high volume of interest. A virtual tour can be found on our website jobs page and a full tour is provided as part of the interviewing process.


If you have any questions, feel free to contact vacancies@gsal.org.uk.

Closing date:

08:00 Thursday 22 May

Interview date:

Tuesday 03 June