Level 1 Teaching Assistant - 26 hours over 5 days

We operate across multiple sites and deliver a wide range of specialist services across the city, including partnerships with mainstream schools, the city-wide Physical Difficulties and Medical Service, and the Medical Needs Teaching Service for Leeds.

Exceptional Education for Exceptional Lives sits at the heart of everything we do.

Following our June 2026 Ofsted inspection, East SILC was judged to be operating at the Strong Standard in every inspection area. Inspectors recognised our ambitious curriculum, inclusive culture, strong therapeutic partnerships, high-quality staff development and unwavering commitment to preparing learners for adulthood. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation where collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement are central to our success.

We are looking for a warm, committed and enthusiastic Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join our growing team and help make a genuine, lasting difference to learners’ lives.

We have a vacancy for a Level 1 Teaching Assistant for 26 hours per week over 5 days at the East SILC, based at John Jamieson. This post works across all pathways at John Jamieson. Our learners have a range of needs including severe learning difficulties, complex medical needs, physical difficulties and autism.

We require a skilled and resilient person who is willing to learn, support teaching and learning and address the personal needs of our learners. You will need to be adaptable, a good communicator and be able to work as part of our team.

Permanent posts are subject to a 6 month probationary period, to start as soon as possible.

What we offer

East SILC offers an extensive range of opportunities and benefits. All staff benefit from a robust induction programme and a strong commitment to continuous professional development, career progression and equal opportunities.

A strong culture of wellbeing, supported by the Schools Advisory Service, including:

o Fast track GP access

o Physiotherapy

o Counselling support

A thorough induction programme

Strong commitment to professional development and training

Opportunities to develop specialist skills within behaviour support and SEND

In addition, staff can access a wide range of Leeds City Council benefits, including pension, salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and electric vehicle leasing, and VIVUP, offering access to discounted goods and services.

To apply please visit eastsilc.org/News/Vacancies.

The East SILC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS formally CRB) and medical clearance from Leeds City Council’s Occupational Health Service.

All shortlisted candidates must complete a self-disclosure form before interview.

It is illegal to apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.

The East SILC promotes diversity and wants a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.