At Deighton Gates Primary School, our vision is "Excellence for All" because every child matters and every effort counts.

Our children are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing high-quality education, enriching experiences, and the support every child needs to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their full potential, develop confidence and resilience, and foster a lifelong love of learning.

Our work is guided by our CARE values:

• Compassionate – We show kindness and respect to all.
• Ambitious – We strive for excellence and encourage high aspirations.
• Resilient – We persevere through challenges and learn from experiences.
• Equal – We value diversity and ensure everyone feels included and respected.

Together, we create a nurturing, ambitious, and inclusive school community where everyone is encouraged to shine.

Learning Support Assistants

Band A – B1 (SCP 4-6) £26,016 - £26,847 FTE

Actual Salary £16,741 to £17,276

32.5 hours per week, term time plus one training day

We have an exciting opportunity for committed, motivated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join our team. The posts are 32.5 hours a week and term time only (plus one Training Day). One role is permanent and one temporary until August 2027.

The successful candidate will

• Have a genuine passion for supporting and working with children of all abilities and backgrounds.
• Be committed to working collaboratively as part of a team, building positive partnerships with parents, pupils, and other professionals to ensure every child can achieve their full potential.
• Develop and maintain positive, supportive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure that all pupils receive the appropriate support to meet their educational, social, health, and personal care needs.

In return, we offer

• Enthusiastic, motivated and respectful pupils who are eager to learn and succeed.
• A dedicated and highly committed team of staff and governors who share a strong vision and unwavering commitment to delivering the best outcomes for children.
• A supportive, collaborative and inclusive working environment where teamwork, wellbeing and professional respect are valued.
• A nurturing, child-centred school community that places the needs, wellbeing and achievement of every child at its heart.
• Opportunities to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families within a positive and ambitious school culture.
• A strong commitment to professional development, with access to high-quality training, mentoring and career progression opportunities.
• A welcoming and forward-thinking school that embraces innovation, continuous improvement and excellence for all.

Deighton Gates Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and satisfactory references will be required for this post. As part of our recruitment process, online searches may be carried out for shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Visits and Further Information

We warmly welcome prospective candidates to visit our school and experience our vibrant community firsthand. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 01937 584359.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Head of School by email at recruitment@deightongates.leeds.sch.uk.

To apply, please download and complete the application form available on our website and return it by email to recruitment@deightongates.leeds.sch.uk.

CV’s will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 1^st November 2026

Assessment Date: 6^th November 2026