Primary Teaching Assistant / LSA / HLTA – Wakefield

Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant / Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £90–£120 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Day-to-Day Supply, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities

Are you an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or HLTA looking for opportunities across Wakefield?

Do you have experience supporting children with their learning and development within a primary school environment?

Would you like the flexibility of agency work while having opportunities to secure long-term or permanent employment?

TeacherActive is proud to be supporting a number of primary schools across Wakefield and the surrounding areas with their staffing requirements.

We are looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and Higher Level Teaching Assistants to join our agency and support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

Our schools offer a variety of opportunities, including day-to-day supply work, longer-term placements and potential permanent positions.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with children, want to gain experience in different school settings or are searching for a consistent position within a supportive primary school.

The Role

Depending on the position and your experience, responsibilities may include:

• Supporting classroom teachers with daily lessons and activities.

• Providing 1:1 support for pupils with SEND.

• Delivering small-group interventions in phonics, literacy and numeracy.

• Supporting pupils with autism, ADHD and additional learning needs.

• Helping children develop their confidence and independence.

• Encouraging positive behaviour and classroom engagement.

• Supporting children across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

• Leading classroom activities or providing class cover where appropriate for HLTAs.

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

• Experience supporting children within a primary school or relevant educational setting.

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable).

• HLTA status or suitable experience for higher-level roles.

• A patient, enthusiastic and supportive approach.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Experience supporting children with SEND (desirable).

• The ability to adapt to different school environments.

• A genuine passion for supporting children's education.

What TeacherActive Can Offer You

• Flexible day-to-day supply bookings.

• Long-term placements and permanent opportunities.

• Competitive daily rates.

• The chance to work across a variety of primary schools in Wakefield.

• Opportunities to gain experience across different year groups.

• Access to CPD courses and additional training.

• A dedicated recruitment consultant to support your career.

• Flexibility to choose assignments that suit your availability.

Whether you're looking for a few days a week, consistent full-time work or your next permanent role, TeacherActive can help you find the right opportunity.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, LSA or HLTA looking for work across Wakefield, apply today!

Contact: Jack Richards
Email: jack.richards@teacheractive.com
Phone: 0113 331 4945

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and professional references.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.