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Posted 21 July, 2026

Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive
Leeds, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant Location: Leeds Start Date: September Salary: £90 - £110 per day Are you an enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work in mainstream primary schools across Leeds? Do you have experience working as a Primary Teaching Assistant, HLTA or Learning Support Assistant within a primary setting? Are you passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential while enjoying the flexibility of day-to-day supply work? TeacherActive are proud to be working with a wide range of mainstream primary schools across the Leeds area, providing high-quality day-to-day staffing support. We are looking for dedicated Primary Teaching Assistants to provide flexible cover across local schools, offering rewarding opportunities to gain experience in a variety of classroom environments. This flexible, part-time Primary Teaching Assistant role is available from September and offers day-to-day work as required in mainstream primary schools throughout Leeds. The successful Primary Teaching Assistant will support class teachers, work with pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 where required, and contribute to creating a positive learning environment. Whether you are an experienced Primary Teaching Assistant, HLTA or Learning Support Assistant, we would love to hear from you. The successful Primary Teaching Assistant will have: • Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, HLTA or Learning Support Assistant within a UK primary school • A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential • Excellent communication and classroom support skills • A flexible and adaptable approach to working across different schools and year groups • A positive, enthusiastic and reliable attitude • A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development In return for the above you can expect to receive: • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process • CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel • Market leading rates of pay • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. If you are interested in this Primary Teaching Assistant position, then click 'APPLY NOW' and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL: CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed) About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment