SEND Teaching Assistant - Holybrook Primary School

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join Holybrook Primary School. Holybrook Primary School is a happy, lively, caring school at the heart of the vibrant, strong Eccleshill village community. We are fortunate to have large, airy classrooms in our school and our outside grounds are extensive and beautiful. Holybrook and Horizons was recently judged to be ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and is now looking to recruit a highly skilled person to join the team.

We are a school with a strong ethos of learning through ‘courtesy, kindness and respect’, which underpins our fabulous curriculum. Holybrook Primary School has committed, dedicated, enthusiastic and conscientious staff who plan carefully for the different learning needs and learning styles of the children in our classes.

Holybrook 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 led by the Exceed Teaching School Hub and our Outstanding SCITT.

The successful candidate will:

• Have an understanding of the needs and development of young learners
• Have good knowledge of positive behaviour management strategies
• Have experience of working in a primary school or similar setting
• Support pupils’ learning with a range of SEND needs within the school
• Provide general or specific 1:1 support to the Class Teacher, in managing pupil behaviour within the classroom

The essential requirements of this role are:

• GCSE English and Maths Level C or above or equivalent
• Have previous experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of SEND (e.g., autism, ADHD, dyslexia)
• Ability to show resilience and compassion for children who display a variety of needs
• Fluent English spoken to an appropriate standard, in line with the Immigration Act 2016

We can offer you:

• A rapidly improving school with high aspirations and a drive to be the best.
• A chance to make a real difference to every child’s learning.
• Enthusiastic, friendly pupils with a thirst for new learning experiences.
• Positive, supportive opportunities for your professional development.
• A community feel school with a great staff team.

For an informal discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact the school office on 01274 611327 or by email at office@holybrookacademy.co.uk.

Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 4th June 2025

Interview date: Monday 9th June 2025

CVs or applications via Indeed will not be accepted.

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.