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Teaching Assistant (Contract)

17 August by TeacherActive : North : Yorkshire : Leeds: EY

Job Location:
United Kingdom -England -Yorkshire and the Humber -West Yorkshire -Wakefield

Primary School Teaching Assistant – Wakefield

📍 Wakefield & surrounding areas
💷 Competitive daily rates – dependent on experience and assignment
📅 Flexible Day-to-Day & Ongoing Cover Work

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work in primary schools across Wakefield?

We’re recruiting reliable and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistants to provide cover across local schools. Opportunities can range from day-to-day absence cover to longer-term placements, depending on your availability.

What we’re looking for:

  • At least 6 months' experience working within a primary school

  • Experience supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2

  • Strong communication and behaviour management skills

  • Confidence supporting teachers with classroom activities and learning

  • A positive, patient and adaptable approach

  • A DBS registered on the Update Service is preferred

Don't have a DBS on the Update Service? We can help you through the process of obtaining the appropriate DBS.

Whether you're looking for a few days a week or more regular work, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about Teaching Assistant opportunities across Wakefield.

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