Vacancy Details
Vacancy Summary
Teaching Assistant
Salary: Grade C/D SCP 3 - 6 £24,796 - £25,989 FTE. Actual salary £18,379 - £19,264.
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st August 2027
Working Patterns: Part-Time
Are you a skilled, enthusiastic teaching assistant who believes every child deserves to thrive? Do you love creating inclusive, high quality learning experiences that spark curiosity and build confidence? If so, we’d love to welcome you to Parkwood Primary School - a warm, vibrant one form entry school with a specialist Resourced Provision.
Vacancy Information
Why Parkwood?
Parkwood is a caring and ambitious primary school where inclusion isn’t just a value - it’s our lived ethos. We proudly welcome children from a wide range of backgrounds and needs, and we work tirelessly to ensure every child receives the very best education and support.
Our School Community
- One form entry primary school with a specialist Resourced Provision for Communication & Interaction (C&I)
- Exceptionally diverse community - around 70% of our families speak English as an additional language
- Higher than average levels of pupil premium, SEND and EHCPs
- A strong focus on inclusion, high quality teaching and enriching experiences that build knowledge, confidence and cultural capital.
We are looking for a teaching assistant who is committed, compassionate and ready to make a meaningful difference every day.
You will:
- Support children in the classroom, including those with SEND
- Work closely with teachers to create engaging, ambitious learning opportunities
- Build positive relationships that help children feel safe, valued and ready to learn
- Initially be based within our Key Stage 2 team
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
At Parkwood, you’ll join a supportive, dedicated team who share a passion for inclusion and high expectations. You’ll have the chance to shape children’s lives, celebrate their successes and be part of a school that truly believes in the potential of every learner.
Come and See Us
We warmly encourage visits - come and experience our school in action, meet our team and see the impact you could have on our children every single day.
Northern Star Academies Trust is a thriving family of 15 schools, serving the communities of Keighley, Bradford, Skipton, and Harrogate.
Our vision is rooted in our core values: Nurture, Sustain, Aspire, and Thrive. Together, we work tirelessly to create environments where children and staff alike can flourish.
To apply, go to https://candidates.every.education/Vacancies/Details?advertKey=aa6571b6-5896-4941-9c60-78d0aef671a8
Application Deadline: Thursday 7th May 2026
Interview Date: w/c 11th May 2026
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