General Teaching Assistant (GTA)

Castle Education; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for education is seeking General Teaching Assistants in Leeds. The role involves supporting classroom learning, assisting teachers, and ensuring a positive environment for pupils. Applicants should have experience in classroom support and be ready for flexible, ad-hoc engagements. Benefits include competitive pay, access to accredited courses, and dedicated consultant support. Applications are welcome for those committed to fostering inclusive educational settings.

Benefits

Access to 25 accredited CPD courses

Weekly pay with additional incentives

Opportunities across various Primary schools

Clear progression routes into SEN and HLTA roles

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting classroom learning activities.
• Ability to work flexibly and reliably.
• Commitment to promoting an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support whole-class learning and individual pupils.
• Assist with classroom routines and behaviour expectations.
• Help pupils stay engaged and ready to learn.
• Prepare classroom resources and materials.
• Promote a calm and welcoming school environment.

Skills

Supporting pupils across different year groups

Classroom activity assistance

Engagement and focus with pupils

Readiness to promote a welcoming environment

Job description

General Teaching Assistant (GTA)

📍 Location: Leeds
💰 Pay: £13.68 – £15.00 per hour
📆 Start Date: ASAP
📄 Contract: Ad-hoc day-to-day bookings

We are working with Primary schools across Leeds through the Leeds CCS framework, who are seeking flexible and reliable General Teaching Assistants to support on an ad-hoc, day-to-day basis. This role involves supporting pupils across different year groups, assisting teachers with classroom activities, and contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting whole-class learning, group work, and individual pupils
• Assisting with classroom routines, transitions, and behaviour expectations
• Helping pupils stay engaged, focused, and ready to learn
• Preparing classroom resources and learning materials
• Promoting a calm, welcoming school environment

Benefits

• Access to 25 accredited CPD courses
• Weekly pay with additional incentives available
• Opportunities across a wide range of Primary schools in Leeds
• Clear progression routes into SEN and HLTA roles
• Dedicated consultant support

📧 To apply: Please send your CV and availability to [e-mail]

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