Educational Support Assistant

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Lindley CE Infant School.

Email office@lindleyinfantschool.org.uk

Web: www.lindleyinfantsch.org.uk

Headteacher: Mrs Kate Dilworth

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EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT ASSISTANT – Mornings

EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT ASSISTANT– Mornings & Lunchtimes

ESA – 16.25 hours per week Grade 5 £9229

LTSA – 6.25 hours per week (Grade 3) £3440

TERM TIME ONLY

To commence January 2025

Lindley CE Infant School is a high achieving and popular school. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated educational suppport assistant to join our committed and friendly team of happy and hardworking staff and children. Applicants must be able to demonstrate previous experience of working in a school environment, supporting the learning of pupils in EYFS and KS1, and building positive relationships with children and colleagues. One post is to work Mornings only as general classroom support. The second post is SEND support every Morning with support throughout Lunchtime. Both are to commence in January 2025.

The successful applicant must be hard working, organised and versatile. You will need to demonstrate a clear dedication for engaging and inspiring children, and a commitment to maintaining the Christian ethos of the school.

If you require further information about the role, please contact the school on 01484 646888 or email office@lindleyinfantschool.org.uk or you can visit the school website at www.lindleyinfantsch.org.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

How to apply

Please apply by completing the application form on the school website at www.lindleyinfantsch.org.uk

Completed forms should be addressed to the Headteacher Mrs Kate Dilworth and should be returned by post or by email to office@lindleyinfantschool.org.uk no later than 12 noon Thursday 6th February and interviews will take place on w/c 10th February 2025. We are extending the closing date of this vacancy, previous applicants need not re-apply.

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