Role: Teaching Assistant
Academy: Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green
Start Date: 01/09/2026
Salary (Actual Salary): ££6,732.29 - £6,839.13 (Grade 3)
Working Pattern: 11.5 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Term Time + 2 days
Are you passionate about removing learning barriers and enabling every student to reach their potential? Join us as a Teaching Assistant, working directly with teachers to implement tailored learning activities and provide essential academic and welfare support to individuals and small groups. This varied role spans classroom support, intervention management (including for SEND and EAL students), and helping to develop individualized student support plans.
Welcome from the Principal:
Thank you for taking the time to find out more about our current vacancy at Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green.
As Principal, I am really proud to be able to introduce you to our academy. Situated in the village of Havercroft that sits on the border of Wakefield and Barnsley. We are a small one form entry primary school which prides itself on our work within our community to improve the lives of not only our pupils but of our families too. We strive to provide a holistic education for all. We are committed to promoting an inclusive environment which allows all children regardless of background and any individual needs to thrive.
The team at Newstead Green are what make it a special place to be. We go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of our children and families. We support each other and our leaders always ensure staff development, aspirations and opinions are taken into account and fully valued.
We are proud to be part of the Outwood Family, a Trust renowned for its commitment to transforming lives and raising standards. If you share our passion for making a real difference in the lives of young people, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team.
I look forward to meeting you.
Lindsey Corbett
Principal
Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green
If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Nic Mullooly, HR & Business Coordinator at [email protected]
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).
What will we do for you?
We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance:
Secure Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Training & Progression: Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.
Flexibility & Leave: Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff. (Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis)
Wellbeing & Perks: Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
If you are looking for a rewarding, supportive role where you can truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now.
'Apply' to access the working links on the Outwood Careers page
Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
