Wakefield Teaching Assistant — Flexible, Impactful Support

GSL Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Flexible full-time opportunities

Training courses

Consultant support

Work across Wakefield & West Yorkshire

Longer-term / permanent positions

Job summary

GSL Education in Wakefield is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school team. You will support pupils across year groups, assist teachers with lessons and help create an inclusive learning environment.

The role offers flexible, full-time opportunities with competitive daily rates (£90-£120) and access to ongoing training. You will contribute to pupils' literacy, numeracy and wellbeing, with DBS checks and strong collaboration with SENCOs and staff.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teaching Assistant with relevant experience.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs (SEND).
• Ability to work with teachers and SEN staff in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to pupils across year groups.
• Assist teachers with learning activities and lesson prep.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Support literacy, numeracy and targeted interventions.
• Assist pupils with ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs.
• Promote positive behaviour and pupil engagement.
• Collaborate with SENCOs and staff to support development.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Communication skills

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

GSL Education in Wakefield is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school team. You will support pupils across year groups, assist teachers with lessons and help create an inclusive learning environment.

The role offers flexible, full-time opportunities with competitive daily rates (£90-£120) and access to ongoing training. You will contribute to pupils' literacy, numeracy and wellbeing, with DBS checks and strong collaboration with SENCOs and staff.