Primary Teaching Assistant – Leeds (Flexible Opportunities)

AMA Admin; Leeds; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5+ CPD courses

Free PSHE lesson plans

Teaching resources

APSCo compliance guidance

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking passionate Primary Teaching Assistants to support Leeds schools across flexible supply opportunities. You will work with experienced teachers, support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, and help manage a welcoming classroom.

Ideal candidates have a genuine passion for working with children, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding. Roles offer variety and potential long-term placements within our priority partnership schools.

Qualifications

• Experience with children in classroom settings or care roles.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, enthusiastic and adaptable with a positive attitude.
• Understanding of safeguarding and pupil welfare.
• Reliable and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher in delivering engaging classroom activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group learning support.
• Assist pupils with their classwork and understanding.
• Support children with SEND and individual learning needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
• Help maintain a welcoming and organised classroom.
• Prepare and organise learning resources.
• Promote pupils' independence and confidence.
• Support pupil wellbeing and pastoral needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider school team.

Skills

Experience with children

Excellent communication

Patience and adaptability

Team collaboration

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Childcare/Teaching assistant qualification (optional)

Job description

Milk Education is seeking passionate Primary Teaching Assistants to support Leeds schools across flexible supply opportunities. You will work with experienced teachers, support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, and help manage a welcoming classroom.

Ideal candidates have a genuine passion for working with children, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding. Roles offer variety and potential long-term placements within our priority partnership schools.