Primary TA

Randstad UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay with pension contributions

£300 Refer-a-Friend bonus

Candidate app for shifts and timesheet

Job summary

Randstad UK is partnering with a nurturing primary school in Leeds to provide a caring Primary Teaching Assistant for EYFS/KS1 support. You will assist with phonics, daily routines, and learning activities, helping pupils develop early reading and communication skills.

We seek a candidate with Level 2/3 childcare or demonstrable relevant experience, a valid DBS, and a warm, reliable, team-oriented approach to early education. Immediate start is available.

Qualifications

• Childcare or Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2/3) or demonstrable experience with ages 4-7.
• Familiarity with early phonics programmes and EYFS/KS1 learning frameworks.
• Valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Warm, approachable, and reliable team player.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher with daily routines, phonics sessions, and creative learning activities.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils develop early reading and communication skills.
• Observe and record pupil milestones to assist the teacher with developmental assessments.
• Supervise pupils safely during classroom transitions, playtimes, and school outings.

Skills

Phonics support

EYFS/KS1 framework

Team player

Observation & recording

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Do you have a passion for Early Years and Key Stage 1 child development?

Are you skilled at supporting young pupils through play-based learning and early phonics?

Are you available to start a new Teaching Assistant role right away?

We are working alongside a nurturing, well-resourced primary setting looking for a caring Primary Teaching Assistant to join their EYFS/KS1 team immediately. Focused on foundational tuition and holistic early development, the school provides a warm, stimulating environment where every child is valued.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the class teacher with daily routines, phonics sessions, and creative learning activities.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils develop early reading and communication skills.
• Observe and record pupil milestones to assist the teacher with developmental assessments.
• Supervise pupils safely during classroom transitions, playtimes, and school outings.

Requirements:

• Childcare or Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2/3) or demonstrable experience with ages 4-7.
• Familiarity with early phonics programmes and EYFS/KS1 learning frameworks.
• Valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Warm, approachable, and reliable team player.

• Fast-track registration process so you can get into the classroom quickly.
• Transparent, competitive weekly pay with pension contributions.
• User-friendly candidate app to view shifts and submit timesheets effortlessly.
• £300 Refer-a-Friend bonus when you introduce colleagues to Randstad.

Start your rewarding classroom journey today