• Permanent, 32.5 hours, Term Time Only plus 2 additional days (Monday to Friday)
• Salary NJC Grade B3, Scale Points 7-11, £27,274 - £29,070 per annum
• Actual Salary £20,284 - £21,620 per annum
• Required from September 2026

Required for September 2026, the Academy Council of this high achieving and oversubscribed Catholic Voluntary Academy is looking to appoint two highly motivated Teaching Assistants to support the education, personal and social development of students with additional needs under the teacher’s clear guidance.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely under the direction of the SENCo to deliver agreed learning programmes and intervention strategies for individuals and groups of students, both within and beyond the classroom. This may also involve supporting teachers with lesson planning, classroom management, and the preparation of resources.

You will build positive relationships with young people, work collaboratively with colleagues, and demonstrate strong organisational abilities. As an enthusiastic and reliable team member, you will show initiative, be capable of working independently, and maintain a well-organised approach to your responsibilities.

Throughout your role, you will embody the school’s vision and values, consistently demonstrating exceptional professionalism and serving as a positive role model.

What are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have:

• the ability to build a rapport with students and a passion for education and learning;
• the confidence to work one to one with students
• an interest in the learning needs of children with Special Educational Needs
• resilience and a strong commitment to our aims in supporting the inclusion of our students;
• the ability to help create an environment where students feel they belong, are cared for and know that they care supported;
• can create a positive climate for learning and good daily routines;
• can inspire and challenge young people;
• excellent communication and IT skills;
• the ability to work as part of a team;
• a high standard of education including Maths and English.

What can we offer you?

• A highly experienced, talented, supportive team of staff.
• Enthusiastic students who are eager to learn.
• Employee discount scheme (offering cycle to work scheme, gym membership, money saving offers across hundreds of the UK’s favourite high-street and online retailers, home and electrical items).
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (Education Support).
• On-site parking and access to canteen.
• Generous pension contribution managed by the West Yorkshire Pension Fund.
• A supportive organisation with the commitment to professional development and wellbeing.

St. Mary’s is a popular and highly successful school situated on the North-West fringe of Leeds, close to the Yorkshire Dales.  The school is part of the Bishop Wheeler Catholic Academy Trust which consists of 2 high schools and 14 primary schools.  The June 2019 Section 48 judged St Mary’s as an outstanding school and the February 2025 Ofsted inspection judged St Mary’s to be outstanding in all areas.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please contact Jo-Anne Hughes, PA to the Senior Leadership Team on 01943 883000 to make an appointment.

• Closing date: Monday 22 June 2026, 12 noon
• Interview date: It is anticipated that interviews will take place shortly afterwards.

The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy for applications or withdraw the vacancy at any time at its absolute discretion.

St Mary’s is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

In line with KCSiE 2025, we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any matters that are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview.

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK-either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

We value diversity and seek a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.