Primary Teaching Assistant (TA)

TN United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education is seeking psychology or sports graduates for roles as Teaching Assistants, Learning Mentors, or Behaviour Support Workers in West Yorkshire. This full-time position offers flexible options and the chance to gain valuable experience while making a difference in students' lives. Graduates will support pupils with various needs, using their skills to motivate and build relationships. The role includes free training and a dedicated consultant's support.

Benefits

Flexible roles to fit around further study

FREE training on SEND, behaviour, phonics

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Background in psychology or sports science.
• Passion for working with children and young people.
• Ability to support pupils with special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs and behavioural needs.
• Help with physical activities and structured routines.
• Build confidence and trust with pupils.

Skills

Communication

Motivation

Calm under pressure

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Sports Science

Job description

Job Description:

Psychology or Sports Graduate? Start Your Journey in Education

West Yorkshire | Roles in Leeds, Wakefield & beyond | Full-time & flexible options

£90–£105/day (PAYE) | Start ASAP or September 2025

Want to make a real difference—and get hands-on experience in schools?

If you're a psychology or sports science graduate with a passion for working with children and young people, we’ve got roles that can kickstart your education career. Whether you're aiming for teacher training, educational psychology, youth work or pastoral support, this is your chance to gain the skills that’ll shape your future—and theirs.

Why You’re a Great Fit:

Your background in psychology or sport means you’re calm under pressure, a natural communicator, and brilliant at motivating others. Schools love that mix—and we’ll help you put it to work in the classroom.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs, behavioural needs, or additional challenges
• Using your understanding of motivation and mental wellbeing to help pupils thrive
• Working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor or Behaviour Support Worker
• Helping with physical activities, brain breaks, and structured routines
• Building confidence, trust and relationships—one pupil at a time

The Perks:

• Flexible roles to fit around further study or other commitments
• Full-time and long-term options available
• FREE training on SEND, behaviour, phonics and more
• A dedicated consultant who’s got your back

Ideal for Graduates in:

• Sports Science
• Criminology
• Education
• Youth and Community Work

Thinking about teaching, youth work or becoming an educational psychologist? This experience will give you a head start—and a great story to tell on your next application.

Apply now:

Send your CV to [emailprotected] or call us on 020 4540 1344 to discuss your options.

Let’s turn your degree into a career that matters. One pupil, one breakthrough, one day at a time.

Go get those days!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary position, with potential for permanence later.

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