Job Title: KS1/KS2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Selby
Salary: £88.92-£100 per day
Job Type: Full time
Start Date: September 2025
We are currently seeking a caring and enthusiastic individual to join the team at a lovely primary school located in Selby. This rewarding role involves working collaboratively with teaching staff, supporting pupils with diverse needs, and fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Helping to create a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment for the children.
Key Responsibilities:
Supporting Learning Activities
Assist the teacher in delivering lessons.
Work with small groups or individual students to reinforce learning.
Help prepare learning materials and resources.
Classroom Management
Support the teacher in maintaining a positive learning environment.
Help manage student behaviour and encourage engagement.
Supervise students during lessons, breaks, and outings.
Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support
Provide tailored support to students with learning difficulties or disabilities.
Implement strategies from Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Liaise with SENCOs and other professionals.
Administrative Support
Help with record-keeping, such as attendance and progress tracking.
Prepare displays and tidy up classrooms.
Photocopying, filing, and other clerical tasks.
Pastoral Care
Offer emotional support and encouragement to students.
Monitor student well-being and report concerns.
Foster a safe and inclusive environment.
Supervision Duties
Oversee students during lunch, playtime, or on school trips.
Ensure safety and appropriate behaviour outside the classroom.
Requirements:
A genuine passion for working with children.
Friendly, reliable, and approachable with a positive attitude.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Basic understanding of safeguarding and child protection (training can be provided).
Previous experience in a childcare or school setting is desirable but not essential.
Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Benefits of working with Yorkshire Education:
The opportunity to work within local primary schools on a flexible basis.
Fair and competitive rates of pay.
A team of dedicated recruitment consultants who aim to find a job role best suited to you.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Please be aware that the successful applicants for this position must pass all background safer recruiting checks and possess a thorough knowledge and awareness of safeguarding and child protection.
If you would like to apply for the position of Teaching Assistant, please call Meg Atkinson at Yorkshire Education, or apply with your CV via the application link