Working for us 

At Pudsey Lowtown Primary School, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment where every member of our community is valued and respected.

Our core values—respect, empathy, responsibility, honesty, resilience, and tolerance—are embedded in all aspects of school life. We are committed to providing an exciting, relevant, challenging and engaging curriculum tailored to meet the needs of every child.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. 

If you have any queries regarding any of our current vacancies, please feel free to contact us. All enquiries and completed application forms should be emailed to recruitment@pudseylowtown.org.uk 

Important Safeguarding Information 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):

• childcare disqualification
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
• medical
• online and social media
• prohibition from teaching
• right to work
• satisfactory references
• suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Current Vacancies

Learning Support Assistant

Hours - 31 hours and 15 minutes per week (term time only)

Working hours are 08.30am to 3.15pm Monday to Friday during term time (plus up to 5 additional days per academic year for inset days).

Start date - SEPTEMBER 2025

Contract type - Fixed Term (initially until July 2026 - linked to pupil funding)

Salary - NJC A1 / B1 pt 2 - 4 (pro rata for part time / term time only)

We are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic, and positive Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team and support the learning and wellbeing of our pupils.

About the Role:
Working under the direction of the Class Teacher, SENCO, and Senior Leadership Team, you will provide targeted support for pupils, helping to enhance their educational experience. The role also includes 30 minutes per day of lunchtime supervision.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• A commitment to improving children’s learning through tailored provision;
• The ability to inspire, motivate, and engage children across all areas of learning;
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a calm, nurturing approach
• A variety of communication skills to respond to the needs of children and work effectively with professionals and carers;
• The ability to build positive relationships with other staff and demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration skills with a flexible, 'can do' attitude;
• Good literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills
• Experience of delivering interventions and understanding how to meet the needs of SEND pupils as well as promoting inclusion;
• Experience of using positive behaviour management techniques or the willingness to undergo additional training;

• A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.

In return, we offer:

• Motivated pupils and supportive families with strong community links;
• A positive and collaborative working environment
• A commitment to professional development and career progression
• A high-performing, dedicated, and welcoming team
• A vibrant school with high aspirations for all

Please note: This post is subject to a satisfactory 6-month probationary period.

Visits to the school can be arranged by contacting the school office on 0113 2567303 or emailing recruitment@pudseylowtown.org.uk . 

How to apply:

• Please download the job description and application form below;
• Ensure that you meet the essential requirements of the role as stated on the job description;
• Return your completed application form by email to recruitment@pudseylowtown.org.uk (paper copies of the application form will also be accepted - these can be handed in at the school office);
• Only applications received on the official school / LCC application form below will be accepted;
• Please ensure all sections of the application form are completed in full;
• We are unable to accept CVs;
• Completed application forms should be returned by email by 9am on the 16th June 2025.

 Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 25th June 2025

Important:

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

Downloads

 Learning Support Assistant - Job Description 

 Privacy Notice - Job Applicants

 Privacy Notice - Workforce

 Code of Conduct

Support Staff Application Form