Primary Teaching Assistants Required

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term role in a primary school?

Reed Education is working in partnership with a number of welcoming and supportive primary schools across the Wakefield area who are seeking experienced Teaching Assistants for full-time, long-term positions starting throughout the academic year.

We are keen to hear from dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who have experience supporting children within Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2) settings and who are passionate about helping pupils achieve their full potential.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and school leaders to support pupils' academic, social and emotional development. Opportunities are available across a variety of year groups and may include:

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• Whole-class classroom support
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• Small-group intervention work
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• One-to-one support for pupils with additional needs
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• Phonics, literacy and numeracy interventions
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• Supporting pupils with SEND requirements
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• Assisting with classroom preparation and lesson delivery
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• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
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Positions are available in a range of primary schools throughout Wakefield, including mainstream and inclusive settings.

To be considered for these opportunities, you should have:

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• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a UK primary school
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• Experience supporting pupils within EYFS, KS1 or KS2
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• A positive and proactive approach to supporting children's learning
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• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
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• A genuine passion for education and child development
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• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
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Qualifications such as Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare or Education-related qualifications are desirable but not essential for experienced candidates.

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• Long-term and full-time placements within local Wakefield primary schools
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• Competitive daily rates of pay
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• Dedicated support from an experienced Education Consultant
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• Access to a wide network of schools across West Yorkshire
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• Opportunities to secure permanent school-based positions
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• Professional development and safeguarding training
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• Weekly pay and straightforward payroll processes
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We work closely with primary schools across Wakefield that value high-quality support staff and are looking for reliable, experienced Teaching Assistants who can make a genuine difference in the classroom.

Whether your experience is in Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, SEND support, intervention work or classroom assistance, we would love to speak with you about current and upcoming opportunities.

Apply today to join Reed Education and take the next step in your Teaching Assistant career within Wakefield's primary schools.