Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Wakefield
Flexible Work | Supportive Schools | Immediate Start

Teaching Personnel is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support Primary Schools across Wakefield and surrounding areas. Whether you're experienced or looking to gain school-based experience, we offer flexible roles to suit your schedule.

The Role:

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1, or KS2
• Assist teachers with lessons and classroom activities
• Provide 1:1 or small-group support
• Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment

Requirements:

• Experience working with children (or transferable skills)
• Patient, adaptable, and positive attitude
• Strong communication skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Right to work in the UK

What We Offer:

• Flexible day-to-day and long-term opportunities
• Competitive weekly pay
• Local placements in welcoming schools
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to free CPD and training

Ideal for experienced TAs, graduates, or those looking to start a career in education.

Apply today with Teaching Personnel and start making a difference in local schools.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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