Teaching Assistant

Whatsoninleeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming primary school in Wakefield is looking for an experienced teaching assistant to support children with special educational needs. This long-term position offers an opportunity to work in a nurturing environment beginning in September 2025, with the possibility of extension until Easter 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience as a teaching assistant preferred.
• Knowledge of SEND practices crucial.
• Ability to work well with children and teachers.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEND and emotional needs.
• Work closely with teachers to facilitate learning.
• Assist in creating a nurturing classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with children with SEND

Emotional support skills

Collaboration with teachers

Job description

Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

01.06.2025

Full Job Description

Do you have experience working with children with SEND and emotional needs?

I have a very welcoming mainstream primary school based in Wakefield looking for an experienced teaching assistant to join their team in September 2025. This is a long-term position until Easter 2026 with a possible contract extension for the right candidate.

The Role:

As a teaching assistant, you will be working closely with the class te...