Primary Teaching Assistant - Wakefield

Project overview

Are you an aspiring educator or experienced assistant looking to make an impact in a thriving primary classroom?

Do you want to work alongside experienced teachers who actively nurture and mentor support staff?

Are you ready to lock in a full-time support role?

Randstad Education Leeds assists classroom support staff in securing positions across established primary settings in the Wakefield district. This well-regarded primary school offers a bright, modern learning environment with a focus on creative arts, sports, and well-being. It is an ideal workplace for an energetic support assistant seeking a collaborative, growth-oriented team.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Requirements for the Role

Benefits of Working with Randstad

Apply now to unleash your potential! For more information, you can call [contact removed] or email at [contact removed].

experience

Non Teaching

skills

121 teaching experience,communication,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,EYFS experience (foundation years),FMS experience,good behaviour management skills,good classroom management,good communication skills,key stage 1 experience,key stage 2 experience,knowledge of curriculum,motivated,nursery experience (ages 3-4),PPA teaching experience,reception experience,SEN experience,SIMS experience,teaching assistant experience,using school software:,years 1-6 experience

• Assist teachers with classroom preparation, managing resources, and displaying pupil achievements.
• Deliver structured group interventions in early reading, writing, and core mathematics.
• Provide extra attention to pupils who need help maintaining focus or understanding instructions.
• Supervise indoor and outdoor play routines to ensure safe, inclusive social interaction.
• Provide continuous feedback to lead teachers regarding pupil progress and engagement.
• Practical experience working alongside children in a school, nursery, or youth work capacity.
• Minimum GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent in both English and Mathematics.
• A proactive "can-do" attitude paired with strong organisational capabilities.
• An Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
• Clear communication skills for interacting with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Predictable weekly payroll processed via PAYE.
• Dedicated guidance from an experienced education consultant.
• Access to digital lifestyle vouchers and retail discounts via our app.
• Free online professional development training.
• Generous £300 candidate referral scheme.

Requirements

BEd,BTEC certificate in children,CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,early childhood studies degree,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 2 in children,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4

Project details

• Start: flexible
• Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire, GB
• Rate: 12-14 EUR/h