Teaching Assistant

Manston St James CofE Primary Academy is a thriving two-form entry school in East Leeds. Founded over 150 years ago, we take daily inspiration from our vision “We have roots. We are growing. We will be the best we can be. All are welcome and all are loved.” Our core purpose is to educate the whole child; uniting excellence and academic rigour with spiritual, social, moral and cultural development - enabling every child to flourish.

We are looking for a dedicated individual who is:

• A talented individual who can work as part of our thriving team
• Passionate about education and learning
• Level 2 qualified. Support may be offered to the right candidate to gain a Higher Leave Teaching Assistant qualification to support our cover needs as appropriate

You will be:

• Willing to work flexibly
• Confident to work one to one with pupils
• Someone who will support the Trust's Christian ethos as well as out shared mission and values

Our Trust, a family of eight academies in the Anglican Diocese of Leeds and in the geographical areas of Leeds and Calderdale, shares a mission to work

In Partnership to Educate, Nurture and Empower

We can offer:

• Friendly, welcoming academies with a strong Christian ethos as well as enthusiastic, well-motivated colleagues
• A 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discounts/offers at hight street and online retailers, cycle to work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Free onsite parking
• Membership of an excellent local government pension scheme

How to apply:

Applications are submitted via electronic application form on MyNewTerm - click APPLY NOW. You are advised to read the job and people profile and our recruitment guidance which outlines our safer recruitment requirements and responsibilities, including pre-employment checks, and provides information about eligibility to apply.

Information about our Trust is available on our website. Find out about Manston St James CofE Primary School, including the academy Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, by visiting www.manstonstjames.co.uk.

To arrange a visit or find out more about the role, please contact Eirini Chatziprokopiou, [email removed]

The closing date for this vacancy is 12noon on 18 November 2026 with interviews to be held soon after the closing date.

Applications can only be submitted up until the closing date. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the Trust reserves the right to close vacancies early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Abbey MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects our communities.