Primary Teaching Assistant – Supply

TN United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking passionate Primary Teaching Assistants to support young learners in Wakefield. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in children's lives, providing essential support in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have a Cache Level 3 qualification and experience with the KS2 curriculum. You will engage children in their learning journey, delivering phonics sessions and working closely with teachers. With competitive pay rates and opportunities for professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in a rewarding educational setting.

Benefits

FREE accredited CPD courses

Competitive rates of pay

Recommend a Friend bonus up to £250

Choice of pay options: PAYE or Umbrella Company

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar setting is essential.
• Empathy and patience are crucial for supporting children.

Responsibilities

• Support young learners to reach their potential.
• Deliver phonics sessions and work with small groups.

Skills

Cache Level 3

KS2 SATs experience

Empathy

Patience

Positive attitude

Education

Cache Level 3 or equivalent experience

Job description

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Primary Teaching Assistant – Supply, Wakefield

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Location:

Wakefield, United Kingdom

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Education

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Yes

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Principal Resourcing are actively working to recruit Primary Teaching Assistants to provide general cover across our partnership primary academies based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire . There is demand for day-to-day and long-term cover, with immediate start for the right candidate.

We are specifically looking for Teaching Assistants with knowledge and experience of the KS1/KS2 curriculum and SATs. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work under the instruction and guidance of the Class Teacher to assist with the management of pupils in the classroom during delivery of lesson input and learning activities. You may be required to carry out work in the classroom and outside the main teaching area to meet the needs of the pupils in your care.

The ideal candidate will support children in a nurturing and inclusive environment to expand learning opportunity and engage them as active participants in their learning journey. Working as part of an effective staff team to deliver an awe-inspiring curriculum that promotes resilience, independence and a love of learning from a young age.

Within the role you will be required to:

• Support and enthuse young learners to reach their potential
• React to children’s interests to offer a child centred approach
• Provide opportunities that will excite and ignite a passion for learning
• Deliver phonics sessions
• Work with small-guided groups and 1:1 to support children in reading and writing

Skills and attributes:

• Cache Level 3 or equivalent experience in a similar setting
• KS2 SATs experience is advantageous
• Have empathy, patience and the drive to make a difference
• An observant and responsive approach
• A positive, energetic and enthusiastic attitude

So, what’s in it for you:

• Highly supportive and committed consultants who will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs, specific to your Local Authority
• An opportunity to extend your professional development with FREE accredited CPD courses
• Rewarding and competitive rates of pay
• A great range of opportunities to work in a variety of local schools of your choice
• ‘Recommend a Friend’ bonus up to £250
• A wealth of experience from Teachers working in branch, to provide you with industry specific knowledge, career advice and CV assistance
• A choice of pay options to suit you and your circumstances: PAYE or Umbrella Company