Job Description

We are looking for an inspiring Teaching Assistant to join Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate. If you are passionate about supporting young learners, we encourage you to apply.


This role offers a consistent part-time working pattern of 16.0 hours per week (Monday to Friday, Term Time Only + 2 inset days), temporarily until 31 August 2026.

About the role

Join Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate as a Teaching Assistant and empower our young learners. In this part-time role (16 hours/week until 31/08/2026), you will implement planned learning activities, boost attainment in Maths and English, and provide vital social, emotional, and practical support to pupils. A core focus involves supporting the inclusion of all students and working directly with those who have Special Educational Needs (SEND), contributing to their individual plans.


We are seeking a highly self-motivated professional who is eager to learn, committed to professional growth, and who can demonstrate successful experience in working with primary-aged children, especially those with SEND, while maintaining high expectations for every pupil.

About the school

Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate is a primary school based on the outskirts of the cathedral city of Wakefield.


We are a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place children at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning.


OPA Lofthouse Gate joined the Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) in 2013. As a member of the Outwood Family we believe in putting Children First, raising standards and transforming lives.


The successful candidate will be creative, inspirational and have the ability to make learning purposeful and relevant - helping our children to raise their aspirations and believe in their own abilities to succeed and shine. Team work is very important to us so effective communication and the ability to build positive relationships with all children, their families and colleagues is essential. whilst operating in line with our safeguarding procedures.


When completing your application, please give due regard to the attached and Person Specification. Please note that all of the essential criteria listed on the Person Specification will be used to shortlist candidates for interview. If you do not demonstrate and/or evidence that you meet all of the essential criteria elements, you will not be selected for an interview.



Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).

What will we do for you?

We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance:

Secure Pay & Pension:

Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Training & Progression:

Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.

Flexibility & Leave:

Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25+ days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff. (Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis)*

Wellbeing & Perks:

Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

If you are looking for a rewarding, supportive role where you can truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now.

Safeguarding noticePlease note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.



Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.