Primary Teaching Assistant (KS2)

Reed; Leeds; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Education in Leeds is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join our primary school staffing pool. The role involves supporting pupils across year groups from Early Years to Year 6, with duties including classroom preparation and small-group or 1:1 support.

Typical start is September 2024, with daily rates of £85–£95 depending on experience and qualifications. An Enhanced DBS is required, and some roles may become permanent over time.

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy when supporting children
• Strong behaviour management skills in classroom settings
• Ability to work with primary school staff to support pupils

Responsibilities

• Prepare the classroom for each session with teachers
• Provide small-group or individual support to students as needed
• Assist teachers with planning and record-keeping
• Support teachers in student behaviour management

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Behaviour management

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Level 2 Teaching Assistant acceptable

Job description

Job Role: Teaching Assistant

Start Date: September 2024

Qualifications: Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Level 2 Teaching Assistant also acceptable)

Rate of Pay: £85 - £95

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant?

Are you a new Teaching Assistant with relevant qualifications?

Here at Reed Education in Leeds, we work closely with schools across Leeds who are always looking for passionate and knowledgeable Teaching Assistants to fill their ever expanding jobs in Primary Schools. We have jobs ranging all across all years from Early Years to Year 6.

Our roles tend to start on supply but certainly have the opportunity to be placed on a permanent basis. With pay being on a daily rate, this will start from £85 - £95 a day (with option to go higher of £95, depending on your experience)

Requirements:

• A current Enhanced DBS Certificate
• Availability to start work immediately in September
• Ideally Relevant Teaching Qualification

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing the classroom for each session with your fellow class teachers
• Providing small-group or individual support to student as needed
• Assisting teachers with planning and record-keeping
• Supporting teachers in student behaviour management

The Ideal Teaching Assistant will:

• Be patient and able to build strong relationships with children
• Possess an empathetic nature
• Have a kind, caring and approachable towards all students
• Have prior experience working with special needs students
• Showcase strong behavioural management skills