Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Pontefract & Surrounding Areas
Flexible Work | Immediate Starts | Supportive Schools

Join Teaching Personnel, the UK’s leading education recruiter, and explore rewarding Teaching Assistant opportunities that fit around you.

Whether you’re experienced or looking to gain classroom experience, we offer flexible roles across welcoming local school, helping you build confidence, skills, and career progression.

Why Choose Us?

• Local placements in friendly, supportive schools
• Flexible work: daily supply, short-term and long-term roles
• Permanent opportunities available
• Competitive weekly pay
• Dedicated consultant support
• Free CPD (behaviour, phonics and safeguarding)

The Role

• Support teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
• Work with individuals or small groups of pupils
• Help create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Assist with classroom and behaviour management
• Support pupils’ academic and personal development
• Work closely with teachers and school staff

What You’ll Need

• A positive, adaptable and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• The right to work in the UK

Ideal For

• Experienced Teaching Assistants
• Graduates or those looking to start a career in education
• Individuals seeking flexible work or better work–life balance
• Those returning to the classroom

Apply today and start your journey supporting pupils in fantastic Primary Schools across Pontefract and the surrounding areas.

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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.
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