495 education jobs found in Pontefract

Primary Education Student - Paid School Experience** **Teaching Assistant & Classroom Support Roles | Aspire People** Are you studying to become a teacher and looking for meaningful paid experience within a primary school? Aspire People work with a wide range of schools looking for enthusiastic **Student Teachers** to support learning as Teaching Assistants, intervention staff, and classroom support professionals. Working in schools while completing your degree is a fantastic opportunity to put theory into practice, gain confidence managing pupils, and enhance your CV before applying for your first ECT role. **Your Responsibilities Could Include:** * Supporting pupils within the classroom * Delivering phonics, reading, maths, and literacy interventions * Providing 1:1 support where required * Assisting with classroom organisation and learning activities * Supporting pupils with SEND where appropriate * Working closely with experienced teachers to develop your own practice...

Make a Difference! Flexible SEN Teaching Assistant Roles Available ✨ Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) and making a real difference in their learning journey? Aspire is looking for enthusiastic, adaptable SEN Teaching Assistants to join our agency team. As part of Aspire, you'll have the opportunity to: - Work across different schools and settings, gaining diverse experience. - Choose one-off or repeat assignments to fit your schedule. - Support children with SEN through individualized learning, classroom assistance, and care. - Collaborate with teachers and support staff to create inclusive and engaging learning environments. We're looking for individuals who: - Have experience in an educational or child-focused setting, such as schools, nurseries, or youth programs. - Have experience working with children with SEN or are keen to develop their skills in this area. - Are compassionate, patient, and passionate about helping every...

Educational Psychologist  💼 Contract: Interim 🕒 Working Pattern: Flexible – 1 to 5 days per week We Do Social Work is recruiting experienced and qualified Educational Psychologists to join a supportive Educational Psychology Service on a flexible locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity to deliver high-quality statutory Educational Psychology advice as part of the Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) process. The role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people. The Role As a Locum Educational Psychologist, you will: Undertake psychological assessments for children and young people as part of statutory SEN processes. Complete high-quality Educational Psychology advice to support Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs). Identify children's strengths, needs, outcomes, and recommended provision. Conduct face-to-face visits within schools, educational settings, and...

Primary Teaching Assistants & Learning Support Assistants (Special Educational Needs) Academics the teaching agency are actively seeking LSA's to support in schools across Doncaster some longer term fixed term roles and some more flexible daily ad hoc supply requirements needed across the local region. Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of young learners? We are seeking dedicated Primary Teaching Assistants (TA) or Learning Support Assistants (LSA) to work with children with special educational needs (SEN) in primary schools. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing, supportive environment where you can help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Key Responsibilities: Support the classroom teacher in delivering engaging lessons. Assist students with SEN on a 1:1 or small group basis. Promote an inclusive environment where all students feel confident...

Early Career Teacher (ECT) - Special Educational Needs (SEN) Settings Job Overview Position: Early Career Teacher (ECT) - SEN Specialist Roles Agency Partner: Tradewind Recruitment Locations: Various SEN Schools, Specialist Provisions, and Alternative Provision Settings across the East Lancashire (including Blackburn with Darwen, Burnley, Pendle, Hyndburn, Rossendale, and the Ribble Valley) Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term, and Permanent Opportunities Available Salary: £174.71 - £270.95 per dayAbout the Role Are you a passionate and resilient Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to launch your teaching career in a rewarding specialist environment? Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with an extensive network of Special Educational Needs (SEN) settings across the East Lancashire. We are actively sourcing enthusiastic ECTs who want to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with diverse learning needs, including: Autistic Spectrum...

Start Date: Immediate An exciting opportunity for a Cover Supervisor in Pontefract Are you eager to delve into a new role in a school? Are you confident and can work using your own initiative? Have you had experience managing groups of people? A school based in Pontefract has current needs for a Cover Supervisor, with an immediate start. The school has a fantastic reputation for providing staff with all necessary resources and training. The school also have some of the best exam results in the area. You will be expected to supervise Key Stage 3 & 4 classes in a variety of subjects. Suitable candidates will have the following: · Enhanced DBS check on the update service (desirable) · 6 months previous experience teaching within secondary schools in the UK · Strong classroom management As a member of the TeacherActive team, you will have access to a wide selection of benefits. These include: · Market leading rates of pay, as well as a clear and easy payment method ·...

Are you a dedicated and engaging teacher looking for your next opportunity? Are you a teacher with mainstream experience looking to work in a new setting? As an MFL Teacher, the successful candidate will have the appropriate knowledge to plan and deliver lessons to suit the individual needs of the pupils, map their progress and create targets, attend meetings and training, and to work with other members of staff in the school. Masterclass Education provide CPD recognised online training, covering subjects such as Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, Understanding Child Development, Violence Reduction, and more, to all of our candidates. The ideal candidate: * Has QTS (also willing to consider ECT's) * Are knowledgeable across the key stages * Are positive, inspiring, and upbeat * Are drivers or very good with public transport Master Class are the leaders across the UK in providing a unique, personal and bespoke service to our schools and candidates. Masterclass...

Teachers of Pontefract needed* *Sheffield based Secondary Schools* *Ability to teach at KS3, KS4 and A level ideally* *September Starts for Long Term and Permanent roles* Master Class Education are currently looking for UK Qualified Teachers of Science for teaching opportunities in and around the Sheffield region, we work with a number of local secondary schools that use our services for their teaching needs, with roles varying from Long Term contracts to permanent opportunities. Being a South Yorkshire based agency we have built strong working relationships with local schools, providing them with subject specialists for any long term or permanent roles. We are looking for Science specialist that are open to working in secondary schools in the Sheffield region, applicants are welcome from NQT’s and experienced teachers alike. In the coming weeks and months, a number of local schools will be coming to us with their long term and permanent opportunities, we specialise in placing...

Position: (KS1/2) Primary Teacher Location: Castleford, West Yorkshire Contract Type: Temporary – Part time Start Date: September 2026 End Date: Ongoing Are you a KS1/2 Primary Teacher in the West Yorkshire area and looking for the next step in your career? We have an exciting opportunity to begin in September 2026 in one of our partner primary schools based in the Castleford area. They are looking for a temporary part-time KS1/2 primary teacher to join their vibrant and nurturing school with an excellent reputation. Primary Teachers of all levels and experience will be considered for this role, including ECTs. The Role: * Good working knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum * Have experience of planning and delivering quality learning experiences for all pupils * Hardworking and wish to develop their skills so that they positively impact on children’s learning, progress and attainment. * Able to show the commitment required to work in partnership with...

Maths Teacher required in Leeds –September Academic Appointments Ltd is currently working with a Leeds partner Academy to recruit a dedicated Maths Teacher. This is a full-time Maths Teacher placement and will begin in September 2026, up until December 2026 in the first instance, with the potential to be extended. The successful Maths Teacher will be teaching Maths up to GCSE level and will have responsibility for their own exam classes. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed Maths Teacher to make a positive impact within a supportive and well-established department. This is a ‘Good’ rated school based in West Leeds, where leaders place a high priority on pupils’ academic success. They ensure that pupils are well prepared for their next steps in education, employment, or training. The school provides a welcoming environment where a passionate Maths Teacher can thrive and support students in achieving their full potential. Requirements: • QTS or relevant teaching...

Primary Teacher Pay Scale: £160 - £233 Start Date: September 2026 Location: Wakefield Daily and long-term placements Career Teachers are recruiting passionate and qualified Teachers to work in a range of Primary Schools in the Wakefield Education Authority. Successful applicants can work on a full-time or part-time basis. Career Teachers support a range of schools including Independent, SEN and Faith Schools. You will be supporting in different classes covering PPA and absence across the range of schools. Work will be planned, but marking is expected. This role offers flexibility and assignments vary from long-term (includes planning) to short-term and Day-to-Day cover, you are free to decide which assignments to accept. As part of this role, you will be required to: Meet the Professional Standards for Teachers Play a full part in the life of the varied school communities and support their ethos, values and aimsThe successful candidate must: Be an excellent classroom...

Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant  Location: Wakefield  Start Date: Immediate Start  Salary: £90 - £120 per day  Are you adaptable and flexible to the needs of others?  Are you pro-active in supporting young people?  Do you have experience working with children with Autism or challenging behaviours?  TeacherActive is proud to be working with several Special Educational Needs and Disabilities providers across Wakefield, and to continue this, we are looking for experienced SEND Learning Support Assistants / SEND LSAs to join us. As one of the UK’s largest education agencies, we also offer in-house career progression for our staff, demonstrating a commitment to providing quality staff.  We have built strong relationships with a multitude of SEND provisions across Yorkshire, supporting a wide range of diagnoses. If you have experience working with children who are diagnosed with Autism / ASD, SLD / Severe Learning Difficulties, PMLD / Profound & Multiple Learning...

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain some classroom experience to further develop your career? Do you already have experience working with children outside the classroom as a Coach or a tutor? Look no further, Academics are actively seeking passionate and enthusiastic cover supervisors to work across a range of secondary schools in the Wakefield area from September 2026. Responsibilities of cover supervisor: Covering a range of subjects to students across KS3 and KS4 Managing behaviour and ensuring that the students are reaching their full potential. Ensure safety of the students and report any concerns to the safeguarding lead. Display great organisational skills and make sure the lessons run smoothly. Requirements for a cover supervisor: Bachelor's degree Excellent communication skills Right to work in the UK Strong behaviour management with the ability to control a classroom Why work for us? Academics have built up a strong reputation over 20 years and have...

Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust (IPMAT) Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire Contract: Day to Day, Long Term, Short Term, Temp to Perm / Term-time only (various hours available) Salary: 82.62 - 99.14 Start Date: September 2026 About the Role Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust (IPMAT) is seeking enthusiastic, caring and resilient Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team across our family of primary schools. You will support pupils who may have special educational needs (SEN), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and behavioural or learning barriers. Your role will be to help pupils access learning, develop positive behaviour strategies, and build confidence and independence within a supportive school environment. Key Responsibilities Supporting pupils in the classroom and in small groups Assisting with learning activities under the direction of the class teacher Supporting pupils with...

SEN Support Assistant Mainstream Primary School (KS1) Location: Leeds & surrounding areas Contract: Full-time, term-time only Start: September 2026 We are seeking dedicated SEN Support Assistants to work 1:1 with children in KS1 within mainstream primary schools. These roles are based in on‑site SEN provisions, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including communication differences, Autism, ADHD, and social‑emotional needs. You will provide consistent, nurturing and structured support to a KS1 pupil, helping them access learning, regulate emotions and develop confidence. Working within the school's SEN provision, you'll collaborate closely with class teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams to ensure the child's needs are met throughout the school day. 🔧 Key Responsibilities 1:1 SEN support - delivering personalised strategies to help the child engage and succeed Implement routines, visual supports and behaviour plans Support communication, emotional...

Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for tutors in Wakefield! At Prospero, we work with local authorities to arrange 1:1 tuition for students accessing alternative provision. What will you be tutoring? The vast majority of our tuition referrals are for English and Maths. A lot of our students are working below expected age range, and the delivery of learning will be at a KS1 - KS3 level. Here's an example role we have available at the moment in Wakefield! Location: WF9, within the students home. Start Date: ASAP. End Date: Ongoing Hours: 10 hours per week Pay: GBP20 - GBP30 per hour. The Role: English and Maths tuition for a Year 10 student working below ARE. Expected delivery of knowledge: KS2 - KS3. Students SEN status is ADHD and ASD. Experience within this area is desired. When and where will you be tutoring? Our tuitions can be held in a number of places: Within schools Within public places Within students homes At all of the above locations,...

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker Location: Wakefield Start Date: September Start Salary: £95 - £105 per day Do you have experience supporting young people with SEMH needs or a background working with young offenders? Can you build positive relationships and remain calm when managing challenging behaviour? Are you passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential? TeacherActive is proud to be working with an Alternative Provision in Wakefield that supports students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs who are unable to access mainstream education. The setting provides a nurturing and structured environment where every young person is encouraged to develop confidence, resilience and the skills needed to succeed, supported by a dedicated and experienced staff team. The school is looking to appoint a Behaviour Support Worker on either a long-term or short-term basis from September. The successful Behaviour Support...

Role: Full-Time Year 4 Teacher Location: Wakefield WF3 Contract Type: Full-Time Start Date: September 2026 End Date: On-going Trust Education are recruiting on behalf of a growing primary school in the WF3 area for an experienced and enthusiastic Year 4 Teacher. This is a full-time role starting in September, offering a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive Key Stage 2 team. The Role: * Deliver stimulating and impactful lessons to a Year 4 class * Plan, organise and evaluate learning in accordance with the Key Stage 2 curriculum * Promote a supportive, secure and welcoming classroom atmosphere where all pupils can thrive * Liaise effectively with teaching assistants, colleagues and parents to enhance pupil attainment and wellbeing * Provide inclusive, high-quality teaching tailored to the diverse needs and abilities of all learners The Ideal Candidate will: * Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) * Be experienced in teaching within Key Stage 2, Year 4...

Position: Primary Teacher Location: WF9, West Yorkshire Contract Type: Fixed Term – Maternity leave cover Start Date: January 2027 End Date: TBC We have a maternity cover opportunity to start in January 2027 in a primary school based in the Hemsworth area. They are looking for an experienced primary teacher to join their vibrant and nurturing school with an excellent reputation. Primary Teachers of all levels and experience will be considered for this role, including ECTs. The Role: * Good working knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum * Have experience of planning and delivering quality learning experiences for all pupils * Hardworking and wish to develop their skills so that they positively impact on children’s learning, progress and attainment. * Able to show the commitment required to work in partnership with parents/carers * Excellent communicator with well developed interpersonal skills, able to work as part of a supportive and dedicated team. *...

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Location: Wakefield Start Date: ASAP Salary: £13.50 - £14.75 per hour Are you a passionate Nursery Practitioner who enjoys supporting children during their crucial early years development? Do you have a nurturing approach and strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum? Are you looking for a full-time Nursery Practitioner role with the opportunity to secure a permanent position? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a large nursery setting in Wakefield that provides a welcoming and engaging environment for children to learn, develop and thrive. The setting promotes child-led learning through stimulating indoor and outdoor spaces, creating positive early learning experiences for every child. The nursery is looking to appoint a dedicated Nursery Practitioner on a full-time basis, with opportunities for both long-term and permanent employment. The successful Nursery Practitioner will primarily support children within the Pre-School room, helping...