Vacancies

Shakespeare Primary is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. The School is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be made subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formerly known as a criminal record check) and receipt of two satisfactory references, one being from the successful candidate’s current or previous employer. Schools Policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders

Shakespeare Primary is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. The School is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be made subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formerly known as a criminal record check) and receipt of two satisfactory references, one being from the successful candidate’s current or previous employer.

Schools Policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders

 We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

Advert for GLSAs/LSAs

The Head Teacher and Governors are seeking to employ Graduate Learning Support Assistants and Learning Support Assistants to join our team.

Shakespeare Primary School and Nursery is an expanding and thriving school in which support staff play a critical role in securing excellent outcomes for children.

Who are we looking for?

We work with all our Graduate Learning Support Assistants and Learning Support Assistants to ensure they are highly skilled and able to work with children of all ages, levels and abilities. In return, we offer lots of high-quality training and support to ensure our staff are well equipped for the role expected of them.

The successful candidates will be talented, enthusiastic and must;

• have a positive outlook and attitude
• be able to demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and their families
• have a solution-focused approach to meeting children’s needs
• have a commitment to working as part of a team
• have a passion for children’s learning, development and personal

In return we can offer;

• a thriving and successful school with the well-being of staff and pupils at the forefront of all decision-making processes
• welcoming and supportive colleagues
• a brand new building with fantastic facilities, complete with extensive free parking and strong commuter links
• Pension, sick pay, discount on travel, access to a cycle to work scheme and discount scheme for home and electrical items
• children who have a thirst for learning and a desire to do well, which is reflected in the support we see from parents

Shakespeare Primary School is a place where children, staff and families thrive.

Established in the heart of the city we have the privilege of serving a culturally rich, diverse community that reflects the dynamic nature of modern Leeds. We pride ourselves on delivering high standards of learning and supporting the aspirations of our whole community.

Both the ‘high staff team morale’ (Ofsted 2019) and our oversubscribed pupil waiting lists reflect the care, passion and drive our school runs on. As a larger school we have the flexibility of opportunity that enables staff to flourish and advance onto the further stages of their career.

Shakespeare is a thriving school that needs people with energy, vision, commitment and good humour to ensure it continues to be so. If you have these qualities, Shakespeare could be just the place for you.

How to apply

Please find more information about the role here

Please find an application form here

Please submit your typed Leeds City Council application form and covering letter to recruitment@shakespeareleeds.org.uk.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We regret that we are unable to accept CVs.

Shakespeare Primary is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. The School is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be made subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formerly known as a criminal record check) and receipt of two satisfactory references, one being from the successful candidate’s current or previous employer.

Schools Policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders

 We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

Shakespeare Primary is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. The School is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be made subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formerly known as a criminal record check) and receipt of two satisfactory references, one being from the successful candidate’s current or previous employer.

Schools Policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders

 We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

Please note that all catering roles are now managed by Leeds City Council.

Shakespeare Primary is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. The School is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be made subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formerly known as a criminal record check) and receipt of two satisfactory references, one being from the successful candidate’s current or previous employer.

Schools Policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders

 We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

Shakespeare Primary is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. The School is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be made subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formerly known as a criminal record check) and receipt of two satisfactory references, one being from the successful candidate’s current or previous employer.

Schools Policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders

 We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.