Educational Teaching Assistant Junior & Infant School

Hours

Role 1: 22.5 hours (09.00 – 13.30), Role 2: 16.25 hours (12.15 – 15.30)

Thornhill Junior & Infant School

2

Edge Lane, Thornhill, Dewsbury WF12 0QT

Temporary

Fixed term until August 2026

£14.25 per hour

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Thornhill Junior & Infant School
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Headteacher:
Miss J Rylance

Do you want to make a difference every day in a school which genuinely puts children at the heart of everything we do? If so, please read on…

We passionately believe that every child deserves an excellent education and access to amazing opportunities which help them to learn more about and appreciate the world we live in. We believe that every adult in school plays an important role in supporting our mission of enabling all children to thrive and reach their potential.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and hardworking educational teaching assistant to join our successful team. They will oversee agreed work programmes with individuals/groups (including those with SEND) in or out of the classroom. They will assist Teachers in planning, assessment and management/preparation of resources.

• Our children are at the heart of everything we do.
• Relationships are strong, respectful and nurturing.
• We play an active role within our community and like to reach out to support others.
• Our staff are empathetic, people-centred and committed to working hard, together.
• We face challenges with positivity and optimism, working hard, together, to overcome them.
• We all love to learn!

• “Thornhill is a representative school for the community- we are an amazing school!”
• “Music is a very special part of our school and we treasure it truly. We learn a new musical instrument every year.”
• “We have amazing school trips, which are unique for every year group. We have just been to London in Y6 and we loved Chester Zoo in Y4.”
• “Our school is such a great place to be. It is almost like a magic place because it brings so many friends and families together.”

• Be flexible and caring.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Be committed to contributing as part of a successful team.
• Be passionate about enabling every child to fulfil their potential.

• A supportive team of professional staff
• A well‑resourced and attractive learning environment
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Access to CPD and training

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Visits to the school are encouraged – we would love to meet you! Please contact the school office to book a visit on

23rd January 2026 at 12pm.

Applications should be made through…