Teaching Assistant – Primary School (Leeds)

About the role

Join a welcoming West Leeds primary school as a Teaching Assistant, supporting young learners in a vibrant, well‑connected community. This full‑time contractor position offers consistent hours, competitive daily pay, and clear pathways for career progression within education.

Key responsibilities

• Provide essential classroom support to keep pupils focused and engaged.
• Run small‑group phonics, reading and mathematics workshops using structured toolkits.
• Deliver 1:1 behavioural or learning support for children with SEND.
• Prepare interactive lesson materials, learning resources and seasonal displays.
• Ensure a safe, supportive environment during outdoor play, lunch and assemblies.
• Assist the class teacher with administrative duties and progress logging.

Required profile

• Prior experience supporting children in education, care or coaching settings.
• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics.
• Patient, warm and resilient personality able to meet varied learning needs.
• Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Strong team‑player with a proactive “can‑do” attitude.

Required skills

What we offer

• Weekly PAYE payroll for steady finances.
• One‑to‑one guidance from an expert education recruiter in Leeds.
• Everyday savings on groceries, fashion and entertainment via our benefits portal.
• Free training courses, including Team Teach, to boost your school portfolio.
• £300 Love2shop voucher for each successful staff referral.