Part-Time/ Full-Time Teaching Assistant | LS8

Castle Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

CPD training (25+ free accredited CPD)

Supportive local schools

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Castle Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for immediate opportunities across Leeds. You will support teachers to deliver engaging lessons across the curriculum, helping pupils develop confidence and understanding from EYFS to KS2.

Competitive hourly pay and flexible day-to-day work await. Ideal candidates are proactive, patient, and collaborative, with strong communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school or educational setting is desirable.
• Passion for supporting pupils’ learning and development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible, patient and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging, high-quality lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Create a positive, supportive learning environment where all pupils feel encouraged and able to thrive.
• Provide individual and small-group support to help pupils develop their skills, confidence and understanding.
• Build positive, collaborative relationships with pupils, teachers, staff and parents.
• Help maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment, encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.
• Assist with classroom preparation, learning resources and activities to support effective teaching and learning.

Skills

Experience working with children

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Proactive approach

Job description

Teaching Assistant | Leeds| £14.24 to £16 per hour | WORK AVAILABLE NOW! Looking for work in a school? We have Teaching Assistant opportunities available immediately across Leeds!

Whether you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant, a childcare professional, graduate or have experience supporting children and young people, we want to hear from you.

£14.24 to £16 per hour

Flexible work around your availability

Work available immediately

Day to day work to start

Opportunities for long term and permanent positions

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons across the curriculum, helping pupils to develop their confidence, skills and understanding. You will play a key role in supporting children’s learning, encouraging their participation and making a positive impact on their academic and personal development across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging, high-quality lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Create a positive, supportive learning environment where all pupils feel encouraged and able to thrive.
• Provide individual and small-group support to help pupils develop their skills, confidence and understanding.
• Build positive, collaborative relationships with pupils, teachers, staff and parents.
• Help maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment, encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.
• Assist with classroom preparation, learning resources and activities to support effective teaching and learning.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children in a school or educational setting is desirable.
• A passion for supporting pupils’ learning and development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to encourage positive behaviour and manage classroom challenges.
• A flexible, patient and proactive approach.

Why Castle Education

• Highly competitive pay rates and weekly PAYE pay
• Work available immediately
• Opportunities for long term and permanent positions
• Supportive and highly collaborative local schools
• Access to ongoing training and over 25 free accredited CPD courses
• A constant, friendly point of contact for guidance throughout your journey
• Choose the days you are available