Job Description

Salary: 24,413 - 25,989 per annum, pro rata

Grade: A1/B1

Contract: Temporary until August 2027 (Probation period of 6 months)

Hours: 32.5 hours a week, Term Time only.

Location: Wetherby, West Yorkshire

Deighton Gates Primary School is a thriving, community-focused school with a strong caring ethos. Our dedicated team works collaboratively to create a secure, happy, purposeful, and stimulating environment where every child feels respected and valued.



We are seeking committed, motivated and enthusiastic teaching assistants to join our team. The posts are 32.5 hours a week and term time only.

The successful candidate will:

Have a passion for working with all children

Be committed to working collaboratively as part of our team, engaging with parents, children, and other professionals to help every child thrive.

Enjoy building effective, nurturing relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.

Ensure all children receive appropriate support for their educational, social, health, and hygiene requirements.

In return, we offer:

Enthusiastic, motivated, and well-behaved children.

A high-performing, dedicated team of staff and governors committed to the ethos, vision and values of the school.

A collaborative and supportive workplace focused on creating a successful, secure, and stimulating environment for all.

A child-centred learning environment where every child feels respected, valued, and nurtured.

A strong commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and professional growth.




Our Ethos, Vision and Values



Our vision of 'Excellence for All' is at the heart of everything we do. It underpins our teaching, learning, and values, preparing our children to become confident, happy citizens. This commitment is lived out through our guiding principle:

Every Child Matters; Every Effort Counts - a belief that every child deserves to be seen, supported, and challenged, and that every action we take contributes to their success and well-being.





Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children, staff and visitors. To sustain high levels of safeguarding, visitors and volunteers are expected to this commitment.





We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit our school. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit - 01937 584359





Please download your application form from our website and once completed email to recruitment@deightongates.leeds.sch.uk.

CVs not accepted

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Key Dates:

Closing date: 25th February 2026 at 5pm



Potential Interview date: 6th March 2026

Key Documents:

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Teaching Assistant

Salary:

24,413 - 25,989 per annum, pro rata

Posted:

28/01/2026

Closing date:

25/02/2026

Closing time:

23:59