Primary Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

Randstad UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Dedicated consultant

CPD training

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Randstad Education is recruiting an enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant for an immediate start in a supportive primary school in the United Kingdom. You will assist the class teacher with daily lessons, support small-group literacy and numeracy interventions, and prepare learning materials to help every child succeed.

This role offers weekly pay via PAYE, a dedicated consultant to match you with suitable schools, and access to safeguarding training and CPD courses.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification or relevant classroom experience.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Passion for working with primary-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering daily lessons and managing classroom activities.
• Lead small-group literacy, phonics, and numeracy interventions to boost pupil progress.
• Prepare learning materials, classroom displays, and educational resources ahead of lessons.
• Encourage positive pupil behaviour and promote an inclusive, welcoming classroom atmosphere.

Skills

STL Level 2/3

Literacy & Numeracy

PATIENT APPROACH

Education

Level 2/3 STL qualification

Job description

Are you an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant ready to start supporting young learners immediately?

Do you enjoy helping children build confidence in reading, writing, and numeracy?

Are you looking for a rewarding school role with weekly pay?

Randstad Education is recruiting for a friendly, supportive primary school seeking a proactive Primary Teaching Assistant for an immediate start. The school is committed to delivering accessible, high-quality tuition through small-group work and attentive classroom support, ensuring every child gets the help they need to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering daily lessons and managing classroom activities.
• Lead small-group literacy, phonics, and numeracy interventions to boost pupil progress.
• Prepare learning materials, classroom displays, and educational resources ahead of lessons.
• Encourage positive pupil behaviour and promote an inclusive, welcoming classroom atmosphere.

Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification (or relevant classroom experience).
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills with a patient, encouraging approach.
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Passion for working with primary-aged children and supporting their educational journey.

Benefits of Randstad

• Competitive daily pay rates processed weekly via PAYE.
• Dedicated consultant to match you with schools that suit your skills and availability.
• Free safeguarding and Teaching Assistant CPD training courses.
• Access to retail discounts, cinema savings, and 24/7 wellbeing support.