Educational Support Assistant x2 - Littletown J I & N School

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Littletown J I & N School

Hours

30 hours 50 mins per week. Monday to Friday, 8:40am – 3:20pm. Term Time Only

Number of Jobs

2

Location(s)

Bradford Road, Liversedge, West Yorkshire, WF15 6LP

Position type

Temporary

Length of contract

Temporary (1 maternity cover). To Commence ASAP until 28th March 2027

Grade

Grade 5

Salary

£18,717 - £19,014

Advert Wording

We are looking to appoint a caring, committed and enthusiastic Educational Support Assistant to join our team, to commence as soon as possible. You will work as part of our team to support the care and welfare of the children at Littletown School. This role offers a genuine opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day, supporting children to thrive, grow in confidence and access an engaging curriculum.

As an Educational Support Assistant, you will work closely with the Class Teacher to support all pupils, helping them access learning and make progress both academically and emotionally.

What we are looking for

• A kind, patient, and resilient individual enthusiastic about supporting young children.
• Can remain calm and reassuring when faced with unusual or challenging behaviour.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Works effectively as part of a warm, collaborative staff team.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with parents and staff.
• Has GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).
• Some SEN experience would be beneficial but is not essential.

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information before applying.

Littletown J, I & N is a member of the Spenborough Co-operative Trust working innovatively and effectively for all the children of the Spen Valley area. Our Head Teacher, Caroline Howarth, welcomes and encourages visits to school. Please contact the school office on 01274 878136 to arrange a visit.

If you require further information about the school you can visit the school website at www.littletownschool.org.uk.

Application forms should be returned to the Head Teacher, Mrs C Howarth, by noon on 09/10/2026 Applications may be posted or emailed to office@littletownschool.com. Interviews will take place during the week commencing 12/10/2026.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, we expect all employees to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre- employment checks, including qualifications, identity, references, social media, online search and a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring service check. It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. CVs will not be accepted.

Application Form

Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Closing date

09 October 2026, 12:00 PM

Important Information

Job profile/description

Educational Support Assistant - JD and Spec.pdf – 413KB