Special Needs Support Assistant - Home Farm Primary School -


Calderdale Council
Location 

Bradford

Employment Hours 

New Jobs

Salary 

£8,238 a month

Job Highlights
  • Provide practical assistance to a child with additional needs, promoting their overall development and ensuring they can access learning effectively.
  • The ideal candidate will have experience with primary school pupils and knowledge of additional needs, fostering supportive relationships.
  • Part-time role, 13.75 hours per week during term time, based at Home Farm Primary School in Bradford, with a commitment to professional development.
Job Requirements/Description
Salary
Salary (Band 5, Point 6) £8,238
Package
Fixed Term till 31/08/27. 13.75 hours per week, 12.30pm – 3.15pm Monday – Friday, Term Time Only.
Job category/type
Schools

Home Farm Primary School wishes to appoint an enthusiastic and committed support assistant to work with and provide practical assistance to a child in our school who has additional needs. The post is linked to the EHCP funding for the child.

We are looking for an outstanding individual who can support our school in an innovative, nurturing and creative manner.

The successful candidate will:
  • Have some knowledge and experience of working with pupils with additional needs
  • Have experience of working with pupils in primary schools
  • Establish a warm, caring and supportive relationship with the pupil
  • Promote the pupils cognitive, social, emotional, behavioural, physical development and spiritual well-being
  • Liaise with other staff to ensure the pupil can access the learning and stay happy in school
  • Be able to communicate effectively with the pupil they are providing support to
  • Enjoy working with children and have a good understanding of their needs
  • Be enthusiastic and willing to work as part of a team
  • Have high expectations
We can offer:
  • A friendly school with strong links with the community
  • A supportive governing body and leadership team
  • A genuine, welcoming, caring and professional school with pupils who are keen to learn in a very happy and engaging atmosphere
  • Hardworking, supportive and enthusiastic colleagues
  • A commitment to your continued professional development

The role will be perfect for someone who will be patient, understanding and empathetic to the pupil and their needs. The role will be extremely rewarding and provide strong job satisfaction.


To apply go to www.prospectsonline.co.uk .

Please have a look at our website to find out more about our school.

Closing Date: Friday 18th September 2026
Interviews to take place: week commencing Monday 21st September 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.


All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check
Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required
Please note: CVs are not accepted for this post

Home Farm Primary School
Home Farm Close
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD6 3NR

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Calderdale Council
Location 

Bradford

Employment Hours 

New Jobs

Salary 

£8,238 a month

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