Primary School Teaching Assistant

Douglas Dean & Co; Wakefield, Selby; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational support company in Wakefield is looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants to support classroom learning across EYFS, KS1, and KS2. The role offers full-time, part-time, or day-to-day opportunities, with responsibilities in both 1:1 and group educational settings. Candidates should be proactive and possess excellent communication skills. This position also provides training and chances for career progression.

Benefits

Highly competitive hourly rate

Workplace pension

Sick pay

Comprehensive safeguarding training

Excellent opportunity for career progression

DBS application assistance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in schools or childcare is preferable but not essential.
• Proactive and can-do attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Be punctual and professional.
• Support children's education in 1:1 or class settings.
• Create a safe learning environment for social, emotional and academic development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Primary School Teaching Assistant – Douglas Dean & Co

Join us as a Teaching Assistant in our schools between Wakefield and Selby.

About the Role

We are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support classroom learning in EYFS, KS1 and KS2, including 1:1 and SEN support. Full‑time, part‑time or day‑to‑day opportunities are available.

What We Offer

• Highly competitive hourly rate
• Workplace pension
• Sick pay
• Comprehensive safeguarding training
• Excellent opportunity for career progression
• DBS application assistance

Key Responsibilities

• Be punctual and professional
• Communicate effectively with teachers, support staff and children
• Support children’s education in 1:1 or class settings
• Create a safe learning environment for social, emotional and academic development
• Assist in monitoring pupil progress
• Show eagerness to learn and develop good behaviour strategies, assisting the class teacher

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in schools or childcare is preferable but not essential
• Proactive and can‑do attitude
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Working Details

Location: In person. Employment type: Full‑time (also part‑time or day‑to‑day). Salary range: Not specified.

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