Primary TA - Bradford

Randstad Education; Bradford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payroll

Dedicated consultant support

Access to online training modules

Employee discounts portal

Job summary

Randstad Education Leeds is seeking a proactive classroom support assistant to join a Bradford primary school starting this September. You will work closely with mentors to deliver targeted literacy and numeracy support, preparing learning materials and assisting pupils in small groups.

Responsibilities include supervising activities, logging progress, and contributing to a warm, structured learning environment. A DBS update service and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Practical experience working with children in school, nursery, coaching, or volunteering.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher by preparing learning resources and setting up activities.
• Run small-group phonic, reading, and mathematics workshops using structured tools.
• Provide targeted support to children needing extra help to access lessons.
• Supervise children during outdoor playtime, lunch breaks, and school trips.
• Log student progress observations and report insights to the teaching team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Support literacy

Support numeracy

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C/4 or above)

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Are you an enthusiastic individual with a heart for helping children unlock their academic potential?

Do you want to work alongside an experienced teaching team that will mentor and develop your skills?

Are you ready to secure a stable, rewarding classroom support role starting this September?

Randstad Education Leeds supports classroom support staff by connecting them with local primary opportunities in the Bradford region. Situated in BD7, this primary school is recognised for its warm community focus and emphasis on foundational skills in literacy and numeracy. The school provides a structured environment where teaching assistants work alongside experienced teaching staff.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher by preparing learning resources and setting up activities.

• Run small-group phonic, reading, and mathematics workshops using structured tools.

• Provide targeted support to children needing extra help to access their lessons.

• Supervise children during outdoor playtime, lunch breaks, and on educational school trips.

• Log student progress observations and report insights directly to the teaching team.

Requirements for the Role

• Practical experience working alongside children (school, nursery, coaching, or volunteering).

• Good standard of literacy and numeracy (GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above).

• A patient, proactive, and energetic approach to supporting children of all backgrounds.

• A valid Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or readiness to apply for a new one).

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits of Working with Randstad

• Consistent weekly pay processed on PAYE.

• Support from a dedicated consultant tailored to your travel preferences.

• Access to free accredited online training modules.

• Everyday lifestyle savings through our employee discounts portal.

• £300 Love2shop voucher offer for candidate referrals.