Vacancy Details
Vacancy Summary
Teaching Assistant
Location: Horton Grange Primary School
Contract: Fixed-Term until 31 August 2026, Term-Time Only
Line Manager: Headteacher
Pay Range/Grade: Band 4, SCP3 – SCP4
Hours of work: 32.4 per week
Vacancy Information
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Teaching Assistant (TA) – Fixed Term to join Horton Grange Primary School.
Horton Grange Primary School is a 3-form entry primary school for children aged 2-11 years, which has an excellent reputation within the local and wider community. We have a recent positive OFSTED report which graded the school as good or outstanding in all areas. We have an excellent track record of supporting staff in developing their careers.
Horton Grange Primary School is part of Exceed Academies Trust, which currently consists of fourteen academies; ten primary schools, an all-through primary-to-secondary academy, two alternative provision academies (Primary and Secondary), and a specialist setting for children/young people who suffer from social, emotional and mental health difficulties. The Trust has an excellent reputation within Bradford and beyond, and an outstanding track record of supporting staff in developing their careers through specialist training lead by the Exceed Teaching School Hub and our Outstanding SCITT.
The successful candidate will:
- Be committed to raising standards
- Be able to motivate and inspire children, staff, parents and Governors
- Have the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Be someone who can create an atmosphere in which children can thrive and succeed
- Have experience of working with children with SEND
The essential requirements of this role are:
GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent) English and Maths
Fluency of the English Language at an Advanced Threshold Level
Participation in development and training opportunities as they arise
Excellent interpersonal skills
Valid paediatric first aid certificate if you are an Early Years Practitioner who qualified after June 2016
We can offer:
A positive and forward-thinking staff team and governing body
Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn
Excellent professional development opportunities
A supportive working environment, where your contributions will be valued
Well-resourced classrooms and excellent outdoor space
For an informal discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact the school via email at office@hortongrangeacademy.co.uk.
Further details about our school can also be found on our website https://hortongrangeacademy.co.uk/
Application forms can be downloaded from https://www.exceedacademiestrust.co.uk/jobs
If you are interested in applying for this role, please do so by submitting an online application to zieadh.pirveen@hortongrangeacademy.co.uk
CVs or applications via Indeed will not be accepted.
Closing date: 12 Noon, Friday 5th September 2025
Interview date: W/C Monday 15th September 2025
Exceed Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to related online content checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check as well as successful completion of a probationary period.
Exceed Academies Trust strives to be an employer of choice. We are an inclusive and diverse multi academy trust and ultimately, our aim is to employ a workforce that reflects the communities it serves. We are committed to achieving a balanced workforce at all levels, whilst ensuring that no individual is disadvantaged or treated less favourably. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnicities and will ensure a fair recruitment process without discrimination, in compliance with the Equality Act 2010.