Educational Support Assistant – Kirkburton CE (A) First School

Company: Kirklees Council
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Location: Highburton
Job Description:

1:1 Educational Teaching Support Assistant

Our Governors are seeking an Educational Support Assistant. Applications are invited for individuals who can work as part of a team to support the learning and welfare of pupils in our school.

Location

School Hill, Kirkburton, Huddersfield HD8 0SG

Contract Details

Temporary, fixed term contract until 31st August 2027. 32.50 hours per week – term time only. Grade 5. Salary £19,100 – £19,403 per annum.

Key Responsibilities

You will support the learning of a pupil with medical needs and assist in classroom teaching during lesson time. You will be expected to work with diverse backgrounds, maintain high standards of child welfare, and liaise with staff and parents. You will also support the Christian ethos of the school.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Excellent classroom teaching assistant with high standards and expectations.
  • Hard‑working, enthusiastic and committed.
  • Team player with supportive attitude.
  • Experience or willingness to learn working with a child with medical needs.
  • Initiative, innovation and the ability to take initiative.
  • Good verbal communication skills, able to relate to children and young people from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

  • A happy and supportive environment where everyone is valued.
  • A warm and welcoming Christian community.
  • Children who are polite, happy and motivated to learn.
  • Supportive governors and parents.

Safeguarding and DBS

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A criminal conviction may not exclude applicants but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Contact

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact the school on 01484 609190 or email office@kirkburtonfirst.co.uk. For more information about our school visit www.kirkburtonfirst.co.uk.

Application

Download the attached application form and complete it. A CV is not required. Submit the completed form to the Headteacher by email or by post. For more details about the recruitment process see the Job Description/Profile.

Closing Date

26 June 2026, 9:00 AM

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Posted: June 18th, 2026