Supply Teachers and Teaching Assistants

Protocol Education Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking qualified Supply Teachers and Teaching Assistants for immediate placements across West Yorkshire. Roles offer flexibility in scheduling and competitive pay, with opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the classroom. Join a caring educational community focused on growth and support for all learners.

Benefits

Free CPD training

Local placements to minimize commute

Weekly pay via PAYE

Qualifications

• Experience in EYFS, KS1, or KS2 for Supply Teachers.
• Experience in SEND, autism, or behavioural support for SEN Teaching Assistants.
• Level 3 TA qualification (or equivalent) required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons and support learning in the classroom.
• Assist students with special educational needs on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Ensure continuity and support in a classroom environment.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Behaviour Management

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE

Job description

Teaching & Support Roles in West Yorkshire – Supply Teachers & TAs Needed!

WF Area – Castleford, Pontefract, Heckmondwike & Nearby

Ready for your next role in education? Whether you're classroom confident or just starting out, we’ve got brilliant opportunities across West Yorkshire.

Protocol Education is on the lookout for:

• Qualified Supply Teachers

• Passionate SEN Teaching Assistants

• Skilled Level 3 Teaching Assistants

We’re working with warm, welcoming schools across the WF postcode—think Castleford, Pontefract, Garforth and beyond.

Why Join Protocol?

Pick Your Schedule – Daily, short-term or long-term roles that work around your life
Local Placements – No long commutes. Work close to home
Make an Impact – Support pupils across both mainstream and SEN settings
Grow Your Skills – Free CPD (including safeguarding & behaviour), plus access to Thrive training
Fair Pay, Weekly – Competitive daily rates, paid via PAYE (no umbrella faff)

Current Roles:

Supply Teachers (QTS/PGCE)

• Confident in EYFS, KS1, or KS2

• Deliver lessons with energy and creativity

• Behaviour savvy and ready to go

SEN Teaching Assistants

• Experience in SEND, autism, or behavioural support? Great!

• Thrive 1:1 or in small group settings

• Calm, reliable and great with routines

Level 3 Teaching Assistants

• Level 3 TA qualification (or equivalent)

• Love supporting learning and keeping lessons on track

• Positive, proactive and a team player

Who We’re Looking For:

️ Qualified teachers or support staff with classroom experience
️ Confident communicators who build rapport quickly
️ People who want to make school a better place for every child

Whether you’re looking for something steady or more flexible, we’ve got roles starting immediately.

Areas We Cover:

Leeds | Wakefield | Castleford | Pontefract | Garforth | Heckmondwike | Kippax | Armley | And all surrounding WF areas

Ready to Apply?

Let’s get you booked in!

Send your CV to [e-mail]
Call us on 0113 233 7020 for a friendly chat with our West Yorkshire team

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 will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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