Learning Support Assistant

3 months ago


Wakefield, United Kingdom Wakefield Council Full time

Our pupils come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs and our school team reflects that diversity, so that our team can engage, encourage and inspire our pupils to be the best they can be.

As a teaching assistant at Pinders Primary you will get all the support you need to succeed. We will work with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding career.Pinders offer a wide range of training oppourtunities including access to the level 3 Teaching assistance course and for a person with the right experience, Higher Level Teaching Assisstant training.

Come and join our Pinders community where we endeavour to foster respect, belief and achievement, where children will ultimately leave our care with a genuine love of learning.

Join our hard working and committed school family, who all believe that our pupils deserve to learn within a rich, inclusive and stimulating environment which has high expectations for all. We work together to challenge, motivate and inspire our young people to become independent, enthusiastic and resilient.

If you are ready to inspire and work with a dedicated team to continue on our ever improving journey, then this may be the right school for you. We would encourage you to look at our school website and/or arrange a visit to find out more.

You will be more than a Teaching Assisstant, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of -

Your “Can do attitude” a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help. Your genuine passion for supporting children learn and the impact it can have on their lives. Your knowledge of phonics would be an advantage,however training will be given. You will be willing to work independently and as part of a team. You are able to demonstrate a high expectation of achievement and behaviour in order to help all children achieve their very best across the setting You are committed to inclusive practices. You’ll have good communication skills, Maths, English ideally to GCSE level You will be committed to work as part of a team, ensuring the safety, well-being and care of all our children The support and expertise of an experienced Senior Leadership Team and SENCO, A firm commitment to your continuing professional development. A positive school community wholeheartedly dedicated to the pupils and community they serve. A professional, hardworking and motivated team of teachers and support staff committed to developing and raising standards. Motivated and engaged pupils who are keen to learn A host of well being tools, advice and events. An opportunity to complete a nationally recognised qualification An excellent pension package

Visits to the school are welcomed; please telephone the main school office on or email to arrange a mutually convenient time The closing date for applications is Friday 15th December . Interviews will take place on Wednesday 13th December .

An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidates, this process is completed by an online third-party company. 

The position is also subject to two satisfactory references.

We are committed to treating all applicants fairly. 

Pinders is wholly committed in ensuring that all employees, future employees and applicants are treated equally regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, maternity, race, religion and belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Wakefield Council is wholly commited to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare and expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.



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