Vacancies
SENCO
SENCO Recruitment Advert Location: Lady Elizabeth Hastings CE VA Primary School, Thorp Arch, Wetherby, LS23 7AQ Grade/ Band: MPS/UPS
Vacancy Hours: 0.2 (flexible day or half days to meet the needs of the candidate and the school)
Contract Type: Fixed Term until August 2027
Application Closing Date: Monday 29th June
Shortlisting: Tuesday 30th June
Interview Date: Wednesday 8th July
Required From: September 2026
Email: office@thorparch-leh.co.uk
Telephone: 01937 842566 Headteacher:
Mrs. Katie Barnett
NOR: 99
Due to the promotion of our current SENCO to Headship, the governing board are seeking to appoint a SENCO to join our happy, welcoming Church school where all are encouraged to let their light shine by ‘Living and learning together in the light of God.’ Our small inclusive school has SEND levels above the national and local average. This is a standalone SENCO role and would be suitable for an experienced SENCO, SEND consultant or as a secondment from another setting. The ideal candidate will:
· Have experience of working as a SENCO, ideally with a SEND Qualification
· Understand the SEND processes/ paperwork and funding for Leeds
· Have a calm and nurturing attitude
· Be able to share information clearly and have professional communication with class teachers and teaching support staff.
· Have experience of leading SEND related CPD in school
· Have experience of working closely with parents and carers
· Be able to support the Christian ethos of our school In turn, we can offer
· A working environment where values of courage, compassion, friendship and respect are at the heart of what we do · A hardworking, caring and passionate staff team who are committed to continual development · A supportive parent and governing body · The opportunity to work with motivated, enthusiastic learners · An induction programme and support for new staff · Training and further continued professional development The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this post.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The details of the DBS Code of Conduct can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice
We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.
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.
Teaching Assistant
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Teaching Assistant Location: Lady Elizabeth Hastings CE VA Primary School, Thorp Arch, Wetherby, LS23 7AQ Grade/Band: A1/B1 General TA Vacancy Hours: Monday to Friday or suitable for Job Share 8.35am until 3.20pm with 30 minutes own lunch and 30 minutes lunch time supervision Paid Contract Type: Fixed term until August 2027 Application Closing Date: Wednesday 8th July 2026 Interview Dates: TBC Required From: Sept 2026 Email: office@thorparch-leh.co.uk Telephone: 01937 842566 Headteacher: Mrs. Katie Barnett NOR: 98 The governing board are seeking to appoint a dedicated teaching assistant to join our happy, welcoming Church school where all are encouraged to let their light shine by ‘Living and learning together in the light of God.’ This post will be to directly support learning under the guidance and support of the class teacher/ SENDCo The ideal candidate will: · Have experience of working in a similar position in schools, ideally with children working at Early Years Foundation Stage level · Be prepared to carry out intimate care as required · Be willing to work directly with children with special educational needs including intimate care as required · Have a calm and nurturing attitude · Be able to facilitate children's learning in both 1:1 and small groups · Be able to share information and have professional communication with the class teacher. · Be able to support the Christian ethos of our school In turn, we can offer · A working environment where values of courage, compassion, friendship and respect are at the heart of what we do · A hardworking, caring and passionate staff team who are committed to continual improvement · The opportunity to work with motivated, enthusiastic and well-behaved learners · An induction programme and support for new staff · Training and further continued professional development
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this post.
As part of the safer recruitment, a google search of prospective candidates will be undertaken.
Visits to our school are welcomed and will take place by appointment at a mutually convenient time. To book a visit or for an informal conversation with the head teacher/ SENCo or school business manager, telephone our school office on 01937 842566 or email: office@thorparch-leh.co.uk.
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