Primary School Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Leeds; Sur place; GBP 17 000 - 22 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible work opportunities

CPD and professional development

Consistent placements where possible

Résumé du poste

TeacherActive Ltd invites experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, and HLTA professionals to join our pool of flexible opportunities across Leeds. Roles include day-to-day supply, long-term, and permanent placements in primary schools.

As an agency worker, you’ll access a variety of placements to suit availability and experience. Consistency where possible, with potential multi-school assignments depending on requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a primary setting.
• Strong teamwork and communication abilities.
• Reliable, flexible and adaptable to changing school environments.

Responsabilités

• Support class teachers with daily lessons and activities.
• Work with pupils individually or in small groups.
• Provide additional support to children with SEND.
• Help develop pupils' confidence, independence and social skills.
• Support classroom behaviour and positive learning.
• Deliver planned learning activities where appropriate.
• Provide cover for HLTA-qualified candidates.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies.

Connaissances

Experience with children

Teamwork

Communication skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Formation

TA/LSA/HLTA qualifications

Description du poste

Job Title: Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant / Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £90–£120 per day (depending on experience and responsibilities)

Contract: Agency Supply – Day-to-Day, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant, LSA or HLTA looking for flexible opportunities across Leeds?

Do you enjoy supporting children's learning and helping them build confidence in the classroom?

Would you like the opportunity to work in different primary schools while finding a placement that suits you?

TeacherActive is proud to be supporting a growing number of

primary schools across Leeds and the surrounding areas with their staffing requirements.

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable

Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and Higher Level Teaching Assistants to join our agency and support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

Our schools require additional staff for a variety of reasons, including sickness cover, planned absences, additional classroom support and long-term vacancies.

As an agency worker, you will have access to a variety of placements depending on your availability and experience.

We always aim to provide consistency by placing you within the same school wherever possible. However, depending on school requirements, you may work across several different schools throughout the week.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to gain experience in different educational settings or secure a regular placement.

The Role

Depending on your experience and the school's requirements, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting class teachers with daily lessons and classroom activities.
• Working with pupils individually or in small groups.
• Providing additional support to children with SEND.
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Supporting classroom behaviour and encouraging positive learning.
• Delivering planned learning activities where appropriate.
• Providing additional classroom cover for HLTA-qualified candidates.
• Following safeguarding procedures and school policies.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Have previous experience working with children in a primary school or similar educational setting.
• Be confident supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Have a positive and adaptable approach to working in different schools.
• Be comfortable supporting children with additional learning needs.
• Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Be reliable, enthusiastic and passionate about education.
• Hold relevant TA, LSA or HLTA qualifications where applicable.

What TeacherActive Can Offer You

• Flexible working opportunities around your availability.
• Day-to-day supply bookings and longer-term placements.
• Opportunities to secure permanent positions.
• Access to a variety of primary schools across Leeds.
• A dedicated consultant who understands your preferences.
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Consistent placements wherever possible.

Whether you're looking for two days a week, full-time supply work or a long-term position, we would love to discuss the opportunities available.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.