Classroom Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Thrive safeguarding training

CPD Academy access

Dedicated education consultant

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support pupils in Wakefield and surrounding secondary schools. You'll work alongside teachers to deliver engaging lessons, support individuals and groups, and help create an inclusive classroom where every pupil can progress.

Ideal candidates have experience with children or young people, strong communication, patience and a proactive approach. We offer flexible, long-term and permanent opportunities, weekly PAYE pay, and access to Thrive

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in educational, childcare, coaching or support settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, patient and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with the delivery of engaging lessons.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence and participation.
• Support children with a range of learning needs, including SEND where required.
• Help create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with classroom preparation and learning resources.
• Uphold safeguarding procedures and school expectations at all times.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Patience

Education

Background in education

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Wakefield and Surrounding - Secondary

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Opportunities Available
Start Date: ASAP

Pay: £100-£110

Ready to make a real difference in the classroom and help pupils thrive every day?

We're looking for caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work in secondary schools across Wakefield. Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate, or someone with experience supporting children or young people, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside teachers to support pupils' learning, build confidence, and help create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where every child can succeed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging lessons
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning
• Encouraging pupils' confidence, independence and participation
• Supporting children with a range of learning needs, including SEND where required
• Helping to create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment
• Assisting with classroom preparation and learning resources
• Upholding safeguarding procedures and school expectations at all times

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience working with children or young people in an educational, childcare, coaching or support setting

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

A positive, patient and proactive approach

The ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff

A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development

Experienced Teaching Assistants, graduates and those looking to begin a career in education are all warmly encouraged to apply

This Role Is Ideal For:

• Experienced Teaching Assistants seeking their next opportunity
• Graduates considering a career in teaching
• Individuals with childcare, youth work or coaching experience
• Aspiring teachers looking to gain valuable classroom experience
• Those seeking flexible, long-term or permanent opportunities

What We Offer:

• Opportunities within a variety of school settings across Wakefield
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• Access to professional development and training opportunities
• Career progression and development support
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• FREE Thrive training through Protocol Education to help you better support pupils' emotional wellbeing and development
• Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities in mainstream, SEND and alternative settings
• Referral scheme, earn rewards for referring friends

If you're looking to build a rewarding career in education, support children to reach their potential, and make a positive impact in schools across Bradford, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.