84 teaching assistant jobs found in Wakefield

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant SEND Support ‍ Full-time, long-term contract Are you a psychology graduate looking to put your learning into practice, not just on paper? We’re working closely with a welcoming SEND school In Wakefield that’s looking for a full-time Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their SEN support team. This is a long-term role with consistency, structure, and the chance to make a real difference to young people who need it most. This school is big on inclusion and pastoral support. You’ll be working with pupils who need extra help to manage emotions, behaviour, and learning, and you’ll be supported by an experienced SENCO and pastoral team who genuinely value their support staff. The role Full-time, Monday to Friday Supporting pupils with SEN, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and additional learning needs Working 1:1 and in small groups across the secondary age range Helping pupils stay regulated, engaged, and confident in the classroom...

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Wakefield Salary: £460 – £600 per week Contract Type: Full time, long-term / Day-to-day Start Date: Immediately Do you enjoy supporting students with additional learning needs? An exciting opportunity is available for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Wakefield. About the School: The school provides an inclusive environment where students with SEN receive personalised guidance. Staff work together to foster independence, confidence, and academic progress, ensuring each student can thrive in a structured and supportive setting. About the Role: As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support students’ educational and social development, working closely with teachers to ensure their individual needs are met. Responsibilities: • Assist students with learning tasks and personal development. • Implement strategies to support individual learning plans. • Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment. •...

Are you a driven and dependable SEMH Teaching Assistant ready to take on a role where your judgement, resilience, and clear communication make a direct impact? Reeson Education are looking for a confident SEMH Teaching Assistant to work in a focused and structured school environment in Wakefield (WF3). This position of SEMH Teaching Assistant suits someone practical, disciplined, and able to work independently while maintaining strong professional standards. About the Role: As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will provide targeted one-to-one and small-group guidance, helping pupils stay focused, manage challenges, and remain on track with learning. You will follow established behaviour frameworks and contribute to a stable, consistent learning environment. Key Responsibilities as SEMH Teaching Assistant: Targeted Guidance: Deliver clear, goal-driven support based on individual needs Learning Assistance: Help pupils stay on task through structured activities and planned...

Are you an experienced or aspiring teaching assistant who is eager to make an impact? Due a to a high demand, Academics are currently looking passionate Teaching Assistants to work in secondary schools across the Wakefield area. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a rewarding environment where your hard work will be greatly appreciated. About the Teaching Assistant role: Within your role as a Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for identifying areas of improvement in addition to providing encouragement and support to children across key stages 3 and 4. You will also be responsible for providing support to those with behavioural challenges who require extra attention and support. Requirements of a Teaching Assistant: Excellent communication skills Right to work in the UK Strong behaviour management DBS check on the update service (or willing to apply for one) Why work for us as a Teaching Assistant? Academics have built up a strong reputation over 20 years and...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Full Time and Part Time Do you have prior classroom experience? Are you excited and passionate about supporting children's development? We’re in need of dedicated Higher Lever Teaching Assistants, excited to work in Schools in the Wakefield area who are part of the Inspire Partnership Multi Academy Trust (url removed)/. With supply, you can work from 1-5 days, with part time hours. If you’re looking for flexibility, and supportive consultants. Please apply! What We Are Looking For: · Ideally experience in placements · Strong Behaviour Management · Interactive and Proactive Contact: (url removed) , if you feel qualified or for an informal chat

Secondary Teaching Assistant – Full-Time (Temp) Pay: £90–£105 per day (dependent on experience) Teaching Personnel is seeking a supportive and enthusiastic Secondary Teaching Assistant to work in one of our partner secondary schools on a full-time, temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and making a real difference in the classroom The Role: Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons across the secondary curriculum Work with individuals and small groups to support learning and progress Assist with classroom management and behaviour support Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment Support pupils with additional needs where required ‍‍ The Ideal Candidate: Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable) A positive, patient, and proactive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Reliable, flexible, and committed to supporting learning An...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Full Time and Part Time Location: Ossett Do you have prior classroom experience? Are you excited and passionate about supporting children's development? We’re in need of dedicated Higher Lever Teaching Assistants, excited to work in Towngate Primary Academy, in partnership with Inspire Partnership Multi Academy Trust. With supply, you can work from 1-5 days, with hours being 8:30-3:30. If you’re looking for flexibility, and supportive consultants. Please apply! What We Are Looking For: Ideally experience in placements Strong Behaviour Management Interactive and Proactive Contact: , if you feel qualified or for an informal chat

Do you want to make a difference? Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs? Are you looking for a work straight away? Academics are currently on the look out for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for a school in Dewsbury. A successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide additional support on a 1.1 basis with a pre-school aged child, whilst working in a highly supportive and rewarding environment. This opportunity requires a successful candidate to be resilient as well as have experience handling difficult behaviour, due to the nature of this role. This being said, the job is highly rewarding and gives you the chance to really make a difference to the children's education and day to day school life. Is this you? Get in touch

Secondary Teaching Assistant – Full-Time (Temp) Pay: £90–£105 per day (dependent on experience) Teaching Personnel is seeking a supportive and enthusiastic Secondary Teaching Assistant to work in one of our partner secondary schools on a full-time, temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and making a real difference in the classroom The Role: Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons across the secondary curriculum Work with individuals and small groups to support learning and progress Assist with classroom management and behaviour support Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment Support pupils with additional needs where required ‍‍ The Ideal Candidate: Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable) A positive, patient, and proactive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Reliable, flexible, and committed to supporting learning An...

Secondary Teaching Assistant – Full-Time (Temp) Pay: £90–£105 per day (dependent on experience) Teaching Personnel is seeking a supportive and enthusiastic Secondary Teaching Assistant to work in one of our partner secondary schools on a full-time, temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and making a real difference in the classroom The Role: Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons across the secondary curriculum Work with individuals and small groups to support learning and progress Assist with classroom management and behaviour support Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment Support pupils with additional needs where required ‍‍ The Ideal Candidate: Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable) A positive, patient, and proactive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Reliable, flexible, and committed to supporting learning An...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Full Time and Part Time Location: Castleford Do you have prior classroom experience? Are you excited and passionate about supporting children's development? We’re in need of dedicated Higher Lever Teaching Assistants, excited to work in Ackton Pastures Primary School, in partnership with Inspire Partnership Multi Academy Trust. With supply, you can work from 1-5 days, with hours being 8:30-3:30. If you’re looking for flexibility, and supportive consultants. Please apply! What We Are Looking For: Ideally experience in placements Strong Behaviour Management Interactive and Proactive Contact: , if you feel qualified or for an informal chat

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - PPA Cover (All Primary Year Groups) We are seeking a confident and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a school in Pontefract and provide PPA cover across all primary year groups (EYFS-Year 6). In this role, you will deliver pre-planned lessons, maintain a positive learning environment, and support pupils progress across a range of subjects. The successful candidate will be flexible, organised, and able to engage pupils of different ages and abilities. This is an ASAP start and will run until the summer. Key responsibilities: Deliver pre-planned lessons during teachers PPA time Work across all primary year groups (EYFS-Year 6) Manage classroom behaviour effectively Support pupils learning and engagement Provide feedback to class teachers on pupil progress The ideal candidate will: Hold HLTA status (or equivalent experience) Have experience working across the primary age range...

Secondary Teaching Assistant – Full-Time (Temp) Pay: £90–£105 per day (dependent on experience) Teaching Personnel is seeking a supportive and enthusiastic Secondary Teaching Assistant to work in one of our partner secondary schools on a full-time, temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and making a real difference in the classroom The Role: Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons across the secondary curriculum Work with individuals and small groups to support learning and progress Assist with classroom management and behaviour support Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment Support pupils with additional needs where required ‍‍ The Ideal Candidate: Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable) A positive, patient, and proactive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Reliable, flexible, and committed to supporting learning An...

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Leeds Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Long-Term About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Leeds. You will work closely with teachers to support pupils with Special Educational Needs, helping them access the curriculum and reach their full potential. Key Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN Assist the class teacher with planning and delivering tailored learning activities Support pupils social, emotional, and behavioural development Help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment Monitor and record pupil progress Requirements: Experience working with children with SEN (in school or similar setting) A patient, caring, and proactive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Relevant qualifications or training are desirable but not essential...

Teaching Assistant Location: Leeds Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Temporary / Supply Position: Primary Teaching Assistant Do you want to make a meaningful impact to children’s learning and development? Are you passionate about supporting and developing children from foundation stage through to Key stage two / KS2? Are you looking for flexible work that plays to your skill set? Have you previously worked with a students on a 1:1 basis? An amazing opportunity has arisen for a TA / Teaching Assistant in Primary schools in the Leeds area. Work is offered on a termly basis with a potential for long term placements. The successful TA / Teaching Assistant will be committed and flexible. This is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable experience working with schools in the Wakefield area with competitive pay rates. The role will include: Assisting the teacher with classroom preparation Work with students who require additional support Leading group work Helping the class...

TeacherActive is proud to be working with several Primary schools across the Leeds area and to continue this, we are looking for an experienced Primary Teaching Assistant/TA to join us. As one of the UKs largest education agencies, we also offer in-house career progression for our staff, demonstrating a commitment to providing quality staff. We are available 24/7 and have built strong relationships with a multitude of Primary Teaching Assistant/TA, supporting them through day-to-day supply, long-term or permanent roles. If you have experience working with children and/or young people, then it’s highly likely we will be able to find a rewarding role for you. The successful Primary Teaching Assistant/TA in Leeds will have: Experience working within a Primary school as a Teaching Assistant/TA Experience supporting children in groups or 1:1 Excellent classroom management A caring and nurturing personality In return for the above you can expect to receive: A dedicated team of...

Empowering Learning are working with a Special Needs School in Leeds who are seeking Special Needs Teaching Assistants to support in their classrooms on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. These roles are to start ASAP. Pay: £100-£110 a day Monday to Friday school hours 8.30 - 3.30pm The roles will be temp to perm for the right candidate. The school caters for Primary and Secondary pupils supporting Children with Autism, Complex Needs, Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties and Communication needs. You will be involved in classroom duties and off-site recreational activities. ```Duties``` - Assist the lead teacher in implementing educational programs and activities for students. - Provide support to students with special needs, including those with autism. - Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. - Help students with daily tasks, such as personal care and hygiene. - Support students in their academic and social development. - Collaborate with the...

Are you an experienced or aspiring teaching assistant who is eager to make an impact? Due a to a high demand, Academics are currently looking passionate Teaching Assistants to work in secondary schools across the Leeds areas. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a rewarding environment where your hard work will be greatly appreciated. About the Teaching Assistant role: Within your role as a Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for identifying areas of improvement in addition to providing encouragement and support to children across key stages 3 and 4. You will also be responsible for providing support to those with behavioural challenges who require extra attention and support. Requirements of a Teaching Assistant: Excellent communication skills Right to work in the UK Strong behaviour management DBS check on the update service (or willing to apply for one) Why work for us as a Teaching Assistant? Academics have built up a strong reputation over 20 years and have...

Join Our Supply Teaching Assistant Bank – Abbey Multi Academy Trust - Leeds based schools Are you a passionate and dedicated individual looking for flexible work opportunities? We're building our supply teaching assistant candidate bank for the new academic year starting ASAP, and we’d love to hear from you! We are working in partnership with The Abbey Multi Academy Trust and looking for teaching assistants to work across schools on a supply basis.  St Chads Primary – LS16 Manston St James Primary – LS15 Holy Trinty Primary – LS26 Christ Church Primary – LS12 About the Role: We are seeking enthusiastic and adaptable individuals to provide high-quality teaching assistant cover across EYFS, KS1, KS2, settings. Whether you're experienced in working in schools or have a transferable skillset from a similar role we would love to hear from you! What We Offer: Flexible day-to-day, short-term, and long-term cover opportunities A variety of school settings to match your skills...

Teaching Assistant Teaching Personnel are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our Leeds Primary Schools. Full-time and part-time applicants are encouraged to apply, term time only. This position will pay £89.38-£100 per day. We are seeking an enthusiastic and reliable candidate that would be comfortable working with students with special educational needs. This role requires a passion for welfare, education and development. Applicants with relevant experience such as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Sport Coach and Healthcare Assistant are encouraged to apply. Qualifications and Experience: A minimum of a Level 2 Certificate in Early Years Education or Childcare is an advantage, but not mandatory. Previous experience working with young children in an educational or childcare setting. Basic first aid certification is an advantage, but not mandatory. Responsibilities within this role include: Plan and deliver small group tutoring or catch-up programmes Plan and deliver...