Teaching Assistant Level 1

Knottingley, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Job profile


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The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.







Job details


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Job reference


REQ00005040


Date posted


31/07/2025


Application closing date


25/08/2025


Location


Knottingley (Willow Green Academy)


Salary


Grade C Points 4 to 6 (25,185 to 25,989 Full Time Equivalent) subject to pro rata. The minimum actual pro rata salary per annum for this job starts at 17,905.56.


Annual weeks


38 weeks (Term Time only)


Contractual hours


31.25


Basis


Part time


Job category/type


Education Support



Teaching Assistant Level 1


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Job description


Willow Green Academy are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant, Level 1 to join our academy in September 2025 on a permanent, part time basis.



Do you want to work for a Trust that is transforming educational outcomes for students in some of the most deprived areas in the North of England? If so, this could be the role for you.


Your new role



As a Teaching Assistant Level 1, you will work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in a classroom with the teacher. You will support pupils to ensure they can access learning and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom



Please see the attached job description for the essential criteria and more information about the role.



If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience required for this position, then we would very much like to hear from you.


Your new school





Willow Green academy is a single-form-entry school situated in Ferrybridge, West Yorkshire. There are approximately 220 pupils on role including 14 part time Nursery pupils. Priding ourselves on our welcoming atmosphere and community ethos we aim to provide our children with rich learning experiences which are designed to develop the whole chid. This is encapsulated in our school motto 'A childhood of experiences for lifetime of success'.



At Willow Green Academy everyone works together within a positive, calm and nurturing environment, insisting upon high aspirations for all pupils and staff. We believe that all of our children can achieve, and we ensure that our pupils are given the opportunities and support they need to thrive and succeed.



Through our broad ASPIRE curriculum pupils experience a wide variety of engaging learning opportunities, and our extensive grounds provide opportunities for outdoor learning, including forest schools in our very own nature area. ASPIRE represents the strands of Achievement, Safety, Pride, Independence, Responsibility and Engagement as these are the core values that drive everything we do. Our aim is that our pupils leave us as well-developed, rounded citizens with strong personal and social and communication skills, with a sense of independence, confidence and identity. They will also possess secure skills and knowledge from across the curriculum with a focus on the importance of strong communication, language and oracy.



Pupils, staff and parents are proud of Willow Green, the exciting learning that takes place here and the community atmosphere that is central to everything we do.


Why join us?





This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high-performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.



As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your

Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing

. Here are just a few examples in each area...


Financial Wellbeing


Membership to either the

Teachers' Pension Scheme

or

the Local Government Pension Scheme

Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme


Access to an

extensive

discounts platform





Physical Wellbeing:


24/7 access to an online GP

or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household

Gym & fitness discounts

Cycle to Work

scheme

Free annual flu jab





Mental Wellbeing:


Access to an industry-leading

Employee Assistance Programme

Menopause Support Service

Trained

Mental Health First Aiders

in all our settings

Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained*




Holiday Entitlement: minimum 35 days

(subject to pro rata if working part-time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays.



In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3508427
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Part Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Knottingley, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned