Educational Teaching Assistant - Netherthong Primary School

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Netherthong Primary School

Hours

22.5 - Term time only

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

School Street, Holmfirth HD9 3EB

Position type

Temporary

Length of contract

As soon as possible until 31st August 2027

Grade

Grade 5

Salary

£13,659 - £13,877

Advert Wording

Netherthong Primary School wishes to appoint an enthusiastic, kind and caring individual with the skills and knowledge to fulfil the role of Educational Teaching Assistant to join our committed and nurturing team, supporting a range of children with diverse needs.

At Netherthong Primary School, we are proud to offer a warm, inclusive and inspiring environment where every child is encouraged to flourish. Set in the beautiful Holme Valley, our school benefits from stunning surroundings and extensive outdoor spaces that are used daily to enrich learning experiences and support children’s development.

The successful candidate will be a team-player, supportive and enthusiastic, with a real desire to support all our children. In return, we will offer you an experienced and supportive team of staff and governors, who are committed to Netherthong School. In addition, our pupils are happy, friendly and lovely to work with.

At Netherthong, our ethos is simple: Nurture. Progress. Succeed.

• We place positive relationships at the heart of everything we do, recognising that children thrive when they feel safe, valued and understood.
• Our dedicated staff team work tirelessly to ensure every child receives “the very best” education and support.
• We are a close-knit, caring community where every child is known as an individual and celebrated for who they are.
• Our learning environment is safe, stimulating and creative, inspiring curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

As an Educational Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children across the Reception class, including those with additional needs
• Help support the nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
• Working closely with all staff in school
• Promote children’s confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing
• Contribute to a rich, engaging and play-based curriculum

What We Offer

• A supportive, welcoming and collaborative staff team
• A school where wellbeing and nurture are central
• Opportunities to work in a beautiful outdoor environment
• A strong ethos of professional development and teamwork
• The opportunity to make a real difference every single day

You are warmly encouraged to contact our Business Manager, Mrs Jo Moran, to find out more about the post and arrange a visit to the school. Please contact us on 01484 681950 or via email jo.moran@netherthongprimary.co.uk

To apply for this job, please visit http://jobs.kirklees.gov.uk. All completed forms should be emailed to jo.moran@netherthongprimary.co.uk by: 9am on Thursday 15th October 2026.

Interviews will be held w/c 19th October 2026.

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. As part of our safer recruitment process, we will complete an online search on you.

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

15 October 2026, 9:00 AM

Important Information

Job profile/description

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