At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a pupil with medical needs and assist in classroom teaching.
- Company: Kirkburton CE (A) First School values a warm Christian community.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive environment where everyone is valued and children are motivated to learn.
- Other info: This is a temporary, fixed-term contract until 31st August 2027.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team in a school with polite and happy children.
- Qualifications: Experience or willingness to work with children with medical needs is essential.
The predicted salary is between 19100 - 19403 £ per year.
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
Educational Support Assistant - Kirkburton CE (A) First School employer: Kirklees Council
Kirkburton CE (A) First School is located in Huddersfield and offers a nurturing Christian environment. The school prides itself on having supportive governors and parents, fostering a community where every child is valued and motivated to learn.
