Teaching Assistant

Outwood Grange Academies Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 7,100 - 7,200; Part time

Job summary

Outwood Academy City Fields in Wakefield is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support learning across classrooms and groups. The role covers intervention work, SEND and EAL support, and developing student plans, with a strong focus on removing barriers to learning.

The position is part-time, 12 hours per week across two days, starting 01/09/2026, with a Grade 3 salary of £7,121–£7,234 per year. You will work directly with teachers to implement tailored activities and provide welfare support to

Qualifications

• Are you passionate about removing learning barriers and enabling every student to reach their potential? Join us as a Teaching Assistant, working directly with teachers to implement tailored learning activities and provide essential academic and welfare support to individuals and small groups.
• This varied role spans classroom support, intervention management (including for SEND and EAL students), and helping to develop individualized student support plans.

Responsibilities

• Classroom support and intervention management for SEND and EAL students.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement tailored learning activities and develop student support plans.

Job description

Role: Teaching Assistant

Academy: Outwood Academy City Fields

Start Date: 01/09/2026

Salary (Actual Salary): £7,121 to £7,234 (Grade 3)

Working Pattern: 12 Hours Per Week (Two Days)

Are you passionate about removing learning barriers and enabling every student to reach their potential? Join us as a Teaching Assistant, working directly with teachers to implement tailored learning activities and provide essential academic and welfare support to individuals and small groups. This varied role spans classroom support, intervention management (including for SEND and EAL students), and helping to develop individualized student support plans.

Welcome from the Principal:

Being part of Outwood Academy City Fields means bringing high-quality opportunities and experiences to our diverse, multicultural school in the heart of Wakefield.

We seek someone who can provide meaningful engagement and help all students, staff, and visitors thrive. Anyone taking on this role should be prepared to challenge themselves to meet the needs of our diverse community.

As Ofsted noted, our actions are directed and guided by putting ‘students first.’ Leaders set a strong example of high ambition, which is mirrored by all staff. We want the very best for our pupils in whatever walk of life they engage in.

We hope you can join us on our journey!

If you would like to visit the school or would like more information on the role, please contact Holly Furness, HR Assistant, via [e-mail]