Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Start Date: September 2025 (or ASAP)
Contract Type: Flexible, bank staff (day-to-day / short-term cover)
Salary: GBP100 GBP115 per day (depending on experience and assignment)
About the Role
We are recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to join our supply bank in Wakefield. This role is ideal for individuals seeking flexible working arrangements while supporting a variety of schools across the local area. As a member of our supply bank, you will be available to work on a day-to-day or short-term basis, covering staff absences and supporting pupils in classroom settings.
Key Responsibilities
Provide classroom support under the direction of the class teacher
Work with individual pupils or small groups to reinforce learning
Assist with classroom organisation and general learning activities
Support pupils with additional needs, ensuring inclusion and progress
Adapt quickly to new school environments and routines
Promote positive behaviour and a safe, respectful atmosphere for all learners
Person Specification
We are looking for candidates who are:
Flexible, reliable, and able to respond to short-notice requests
Passionate about supporting childrens education and wellbeing
Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Experienced in working with children (school-based experience desirable but not essential)
Hold a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable, but not essential)
Hold a valid Enhanced DBS (or willing to apply for one)
Why Join Our Supply Bank?
Choose when and where you work full flexibility around your availability
Gain experience across a range of primary schools in Wakefield
Competitive daily pay rates
Ongoing support and CPD opportunities
A great way to build relationships with local schools and open doors to long-term opportunities
Start date: September 2025 (ongoing throughout the academic year)
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All supply staff must hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check, and references will be required