226 education jobs found in Wakefield

Job: Work Placement Officer - Early Years Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire Pay: £150 to £300 per day Duration: 1-year fixed term maternity cover Empowering Learning have been retained by a large college in Wakefield to support them with recruiting a Work Placement Officer to work in Crae and Early Years business area of the College. Duties: Plan and carry out visits to students on work placement. Liaison with the course tutor and placement provider is an essential part of this activity. Visit student groups and prepare them for work placement, in conjunction Personal Tutors. Conduct health and safety checks for placements in line with Group policy. Co-ordinate and undertake any necessary DBS paperwork at interview evenings and enrolment, including collecting and chasing proof of ID. Check student residence against placement location and travel routes to ensure students can get there within a reasonable time and means. Check with students any potential prior history or...

Physical Education Teacher - Daily Supply (Full-Time / Part-Time) Location: Bradford Pay: Daily rate to scale Contract Type: Daily Supply (with ongoing opportunities) About the Role Academics are currently recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Physical Education Teachers to work on a daily supply basis in secondary schools across Bradford. This flexible role is ideal for teachers who enjoy variety and want to gain experience across different school settings while delivering high-quality PE lessons and promoting healthy, active lifestyles. Key Responsibilities Deliver engaging and inclusive Physical Education lessons Teach a range of sports and physical activities Manage behaviour and maintain a safe learning environment Encourage teamwork, fitness, and confidence in students Adapt quickly to different school settings and timetables Work positively with school staff and departments Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification...

Assistant Educational Psychologist Bradford | Full Time | September 2026 Start | Long-Term Opportunity Are you a Psychology graduate or experienced SEND professional looking to gain valuable experience supporting children and young people with additional needs? PK Education are recruiting for an Assistant Educational Psychologist to support specialist SEND provisions, alternative provisions and inclusion settings across Bradford from September 2026. This rewarding role will involve supporting pupils who face barriers to learning, including social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, school-based anxiety and attendance challenges. Working alongside SEND teams, pastoral staff and external professionals, you will play a key role in helping pupils engage with education and achieve positive outcomes. This opportunity would be ideal for Psychology graduates, Educational Psychology graduates, Criminology graduates, Childhood Studies...

Are you an enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner who would like the opportunity to join a friendly team at a 125-place nursery in Leeds? Are you reliable, honest and hard-working? Do you adopt a ‘can-do’ attitude? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a private day-nursery with their search for a Nursery Practitioner. This is an exciting opportunity work with a warm and positive private day-nursery in Birmingham, who focus on child engagement with a therapeutic approach. The setting looks after up to 125 children, and both indoor and outdoor areas are split into age-appropriate sections and provide sensory enhancing activities. The nursery ensures children are able to challenge themselves and take risks in a safe and secure environment. The nursery is looking to take on a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner, on a long-term basis with the opportunity to go permanent for the right Nursery Practitioner. You will report directly to the Nursery Manager and could be required to...

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...

ECT Are you currently completing your primary school teacher training? Are you seeking your first primary teaching role for September 2026? Are you eager and determined to secure the best ECT role for September 2026? DON'T PANIC! Academics are currently working with many primary schools across Wakefield who are seeking ECTs for September 2026. Our client primary schools vary in size and are of good and outstanding OFSTED. They are seeking primary ECTs for EYFS, KS1 & KS2 ** Primary School ECT ** Full Time and Part time roles available ** Schools located in Wakefield and Leeds ** Excellent training opportunities! We place numerous ECTs every year and we can offer the best support in helping you secure your first teaching role. Our job is to help you focus on your teacher training whilst we do the hard work in finding you the right school! Academics Offer: A range of schools in your local area PAYE Dedicated and experienced consultants who are passionate Expert...

Early Years Teacher 🌟 Location: Wakefield Contract: Temporary (Supply through Academics) Salary: £160 - £225 per day Start Date: ASAP The Role We are working in partnership with a welcoming primary school setting to recruit a dedicated Early Years Teacher. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate professional to support children's early development in a nurturing and engaging environment. As an Early Years Teacher you will be responsible for delivering high - quality early years education in line with the EYFS framework, creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning space where every child can thrive. Key Responsibilities ✔️ Plan and deliver creative, play - based learning activities in line with EYFS ✔️ Support children's social, emotional and academic development ✔️ Carry out observations, assessments and record progress ✔️ Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues ✔️ Follow safeguarding and setting plicies at all times...

KS1 Teacher based in Wakefield To commence: April 2026 Are you an experienced and motivated educator ready to guide pupils through one of the most important years of their primary journey? We are looking for an outstanding KS1 Teacher based in Wakefield who can inspire confidence, build resilience, and prepare children for the transition to secondary school. This is a very welcoming school with supportive SLT and as a KS1 Teacher based in Wakefield you will be expected to follow the ethos and values of the school. They believe in positive rereinforcements to get the best out of their pupils. As a KS1 Teacher based in Wakefield you must ✅ : Hold QTS or equivalent, with a proven track record in Key Stage 1 teaching Be flexible and adaptable Think on your feet Be reliable with good time keeping Possess strong classroom management Adhere to school policies and follow planning when setIn return, Academics can offer you 🎯 : Competitive rates of daily pay- paid to scale from...

KS2 Teacher based in Wakefield To commence: ASAP Full Time - 5 days a week Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated KS2 Teacher based in Wakefield looking to make a real difference in Key Stage 2? We are looking for an outstanding KS2 Teacher based in Wakefield area who can inspire confidence, build resilience, and prepare children for the transition to secondary school. I have partnered with a warm and friendly mainstream nursery, infant and junior school with an incredibly supportive SLT. As a KS2 Teacher you will be expected to follow the ethos and values of the school. They believe in positive reinforcements to get the best out of their pupils. As a KS2 Teacher based in Wakefield you must ✅ : Hold QTS or equivalent, with a proven track record in Key Stage 2 teaching Outstanding KS2 Practitioner Understanding of how trauma can impact a child's behaviour and ability to learn Be flexible and adaptable Think on your feet Be reliable with good time keeping Possess strong...

Start Date: Immediate An exciting opportunity for a Cover Supervisor in Wakefield 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 Wakefield 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 · A...

SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield * Start Date: 1st September 2026 * Salary: £500.00 to £650.00 per week Academics is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join an Inclusive and welcoming primary school in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning in a nurturing and structured environment. The Role As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with learning difficulties and educational needs including social, emotional, and mental health needs. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will help create a positive learning environment where students can develop both academically and personally. Your responsibilities will include: * Providing individual and small-group support to students * Building positive and trusting relationships with young people * Supporting students with emotional regulation...

HLTAs (Higher Level Teaching Assistants) - Ready for Your next Role for September? 📚 Are you an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT) or a qualified HLTA seeking to hone your classroom skills before fully stepping into a permanent teaching role? Academics Educational recruitment is currently supporting primary schools across Wakefield and we're looking for dynamic and proactive practitioners to work this September. This role is the perfect stepping stone for an ECT. You will gain invaluable experience across various key stages, deliver targeted intervention groups, and cover planned lessons across the curriculum. Key Responsibilities: 🔹 Whole class cover: Deliver pre - planned lessons for absent teachers, mamanging classroom behaviour and ensuring continuity of learning 🔹 Targeted Interventions: Lead small group sessions in core subjects (Maths and Literacy) to accelerate pupil progress 🔹 PPA cover: Provide planning, Prep, and Assessment (PPA) cover giving you real teaching...

EYFS Teaching Assistants - Nursery (SEN Support) Location: Wakefield WF2 & surrounding areas Contract: Supply (via agency) - Day‑to‑day, short‑term & long‑term Start: Immediate & ongoing Pay: £93-£110 per day (depending on experience) About the Role We are recruiting enthusiastic, nurturing and reliable EYFS Teaching Assistants to work on supply in primary school nursery classes across the Wakefield WF2 area. You will be supporting children aged 3-5, including those with additional needs such as speech and language delay, ASD, sensory needs, developmental delay, or social‑emotional needs. Schools in the WF2 area include inclusive settings with nursery provision and SEND support structures, such as those around Field Lane, Wrenthorpe and surrounding Wakefield communities . Key Responsibilities SEND Support - Provide 1:1 or small‑group support for children with additional needs. EYFS Classroom Support - Assist with play‑based learning, continuous provision and...

KS3/KS4 Tutor - Supply Opportunities Across Wakefield Schools Location: Wakefield Salary: £100 - £240 per day (dependent on experience, availability, and pupil requirements) Contract Type: Supply / Flexible Working Start Date: Ongoing Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated KS3/KS4 Tutors to work on a supply basis across a network of schools and alternative provisions in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced educators, tutors, graduates, and learning support professionals who are passionate about helping young people achieve their academic potential. Successful candidates will provide targeted support to students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, delivering tuition across a range of subjects based on individual pupil needs and school requirements. Please note: Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle, as travel between schools, provisions, and pupil locations may be required. The Role As...

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Wakefield Start Date: Immediate Start Salary: £95 - £105 per day Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? Do you have the patience, resilience and adaptability to help students achieve their full potential? Are you looking for flexible short-term or long-term opportunities as a SEND Teaching Assistant? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a range of SEND schools and specialist provisions across Wakefield. These settings are committed to creating inclusive learning environments where every student is encouraged to develop confidence, independence and essential life skills through tailored support and engaging learning experiences. We are looking to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant for both short-term and long-term opportunities. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will work closely with class teachers to support students of varying ages and abilities, providing one-to-one and small...

Experienced English Teacher Wanted We are seeking a passionate and experienced English Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in teaching English language and literature, excellent communication skills, and the ability to inspire and motivate students of varying ages and abilities. Key Responsibilities: Plan and deliver engaging English lessons. Assess, monitor, and report on student progress. Create a positive and supportive learning environment. Prepare students for examinations and academic success. Adapt teaching methods to meet individual learning needs. Requirements: Relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, TEFL, CELTA, or equivalent). Proven experience teaching English. Strong classroom management skills. Excellent written and spoken English. Enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to student achievement. What We Offer: Competitive salary. Supportive and friendly working environment. Opportunities for professional...

SEND Teacher – SEMH Specialist North Wakefield To Scale Full-time, perm Opportunity Behaviour Is Communication. You Already Know That. Some pupils don’t need louder instructions. They need consistency. Patience. Someone who can stay calm when the classroom feels anything but. That’s where you come in Protocol Education are looking for a resilient and compassionate SEND Teacher to join a specialist SEMH setting close to Wakefield City centre. This role is ideal for someone who understands the challenges young people can face around emotional regulation, trust, and engagement, and knows how to build relationships that genuinely change lives. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress, connection, and creating a classroom where pupils feel safe enough to learn again. The Role You’ll work with pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, many of whom may also have secondary diagnosis of ASD, ADHD, and perhaps  trauma-related needs, or experience barriers to...

General Cover Teachers Required - Secondary Schools Across Wakefield Join Tradewind Recruitment's Growing Pool of Secondary Cover Teachers Are you a passionate and adaptable teacher looking for flexible work opportunities in secondary schools across the Wakefield area? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic and reliable General Cover Teachers to join our expanding team, supporting a variety of secondary schools across Wakefield and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified teachers, ECTs, or experienced educators seeking flexible work while making a positive impact in local schools. The Role As a General Cover Teacher, you will deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects at Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4), ensuring students remain engaged and on task during teacher absences. Responsibilities Deliver pre-prepared lessons across a variety of secondary school subjects. Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with...

Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for tutors in Wakefield! The ideal candidate should be hardworking, dedicated, and eager to aid students in their learning journey. Candidates should have experience working with children, whether that be tuition, teaching and classroom roles, or pastoral and care employment. Additional details below: Position: 1:1 Tutor - English and Science Start date: ASAP End date: Ongoing, open-ended Area: WF9 Working hours: 4 hours a week - 2 hours per subject. Pay Rate: GBP20 - GBP30 per hour EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS QTS (desired but not required), or Previous experience of working with students on 1:1 basis. Proven track record of improving students performances. Team Teach Qualification would be highly desirable, but not required. Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year (desirable however not essential as Safeguarding training is provided) DBS on update service. TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO...

KS1 Teacher - Wakefield We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated KS1 Teacher to join our friendly and supportive school in Wakefield. The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering high-quality teaching and learning, inspiring young children to achieve their full potential. The ideal candidate will: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Have experience teaching within Key Stage 1 Create engaging and inclusive learning environments Demonstrate strong classroom management skills Be committed to the wellbeing and progress of all pupils We offer: A welcoming and supportive team A dedicated consultant Opportunities for professional development A positive and inclusive school culture If you are a passionate teacher looking to make a difference in children's lives, we would love to hear from you