KS1 Teaching Assistant

Principal Resourcing; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal Resourcing is looking for a fun and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant for a key stage 1 classroom in Leeds starting September 2025. You will engage students in diverse learning activities and support a positive learning environment. This full-time temporary role offers competitive daily rates of pay, with an emphasis on professional development and teamwork.

Benefits

Dedicated Consultant

Accredited CPD

Competitive rates of pay

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Confidence in supporting KS1 pupil progression.
• Enhanced DBS disclosure or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Engaging students in learning activities.
• Ensuring effective behaviour management.
• Working alongside the Class Teacher.

Skills

Engaging children

Determined approach

Collaboration

Strong subject knowledge

Inclusivity

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Are you looking for a new challenge in the Leeds area?Here at Principal Resourcing, we have a wonderful opportunity for a fun and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join the key stage 1 classroom from September 2025. You will be responsible for engaging students in a diverse range of learning activities, ensuring effective behaviour management and working alongside the Class Teacher to promote positive interactions and a supportive learning environment for all pupils.The inclusive Primary School based in the LS16 area of Leeds, is proud to offer a warm and welcoming place of learning, where pupils and staff feel happy and supported to thrive!You will become part of a friendly staff team, with a focus on positive wellbeing and confidence building across a range of curriculum subjects. The full-time role will initially be on a temporary basis until August 2026, with the possibility of extension dependent on the needs of the school.We offer competitive rates of pay, you can expect to earn up to £100 per day dependent on experience.The school want to hear from applicant who have:

• a good understanding of engaging children and eliciting their best
• a determined approach to the achievement of all children and doing ‘whatever it takes’ to ensure children experience success
• enthusiasm for a role in a school environment which sees pupils at its heart
• a commitment to your own professional development and ambitions for your future
• an appetite for collaboration with colleagues
• relevant knowledge and skills to meet the demand of the Key Stage 1 curriculum.

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant with:

• A full and relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Confidence, inclusivity, and passion for supporting KS1 pupil progression.
• Strong subject knowledge and familiarity with the UK Curriculum.
• An enhanced DBS disclosure or be willing to obtain one through us.
• Right to Work in the UK, unfortunately we are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

Why work with Principal Resourcing?

Work with the market leaders

A locally established agency trusted by many Schools, Academies, Colleges, and Nurseries across the region, due to our unfaltering commitment to providing the best service.

Feel valued

Work with a candidate-centred agency that puts you at the heart of everything we do.

Receive the best rates of pay

We guarantee to beat other agency rates.

Dedicated Consultant

Work alongside some of the most experienced education recruitment specialists in the area.

DfE approved compliance team

Seamless registration and clearance process to ensure you are working in the quickest possible time.

Continued accredited and nationally recognised CPD

We invest in our candidates we will ensure that your skills not only stay current but are updated along the way. By working with Principal Resourcing, you will have access to a portfolio of over 200 courses from a platform, nationally recognised by 45,092 Schools, Trusts, Nurseries and Colleges,free of charge.

Submit your application today and a member of our dedicated team will be in touch.

We look forward to welcoming you aboard the Principal Resourcing Team!

Principal Resourcing is an Education Recruitment Business having sought agreement from their clients to find candidates for these roles, in accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Business Regulations Act (2003).Principal Resourcing is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and references. We are an equal opportunities employer. All positions advertised are temporary, unless otherwise stated.Please note: If you have not heard from us within two weeks then your application may have been unsuccessful.Job Ref: PRLMC