Job Reference:
TA001
Application deadline:
01/11/2026
Job Description
Teaching Assistant (Aftercare)
Moorfield School & Nursery, Ilkley
Working Hours – 15 per week 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Monday to Friday during term-time plus 2 Inset days.
Salary 7,931.04 GBP per annum
Moorfield School & Nursery are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our after-school provision, supporting children aged 2 to 11 years. You will play an important role in providing high-quality care and engaging activities for children at the end of the school day. You will help create a welcoming environment where children can learn, play and develop confidence and independence.
The successful applicant will have previous experience of working with junior school age children, demonstrate excellent listening and inter-personal skills and be capable of maintaining a happy, but disciplined playground experience. A willingness to meet challenges with enthusiasm and to contribute as a team member is essential. The role would suit a candidate with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- GCSE, or equivalent, English and Maths qualifications (as a minimum requirement)
- Previous experience of working with junior school age children
- A relevant Level 3 qualification (or higher) is required for this role.
- First Aid trained (desirable)
- Knowledge of safeguarding policy
- Food hygiene (desirable)
- Excellent inter-personal skills with a diplomatic approach
- Excellent listening skills
- A flexible can-do attitude
- Patience
- Effective behaviour management skills
- Good organizational skills
- Creative – able to generate different ideas/activities for keeping the children occupied, safe and happy
- Ability to empathise with the needs of children.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 1 November 2026
Interviews will be held week commencing 9 November 2026
Successful applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory employment references.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.