Teaching Assistant – East Leeds

About the role

Reed Education is partnering with a Multi‑Academy Trust in East Leeds to place experienced Teaching Assistants in primary schools on a short‑term, supply basis. You will work closely with teachers to support individual pupils or small groups throughout the school day, helping them achieve their learning goals.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare the classroom for each session in collaboration with the class teacher.
• Provide extra support to children as needed.
• Assist teachers with planning and record‑keeping.
• Support teachers in managing class behaviour.

Required profile

• Patient and able to build strong working relationships with children.
• Empathetic, approachable, kind and caring.
• Thorough understanding of safeguarding in a school setting.
• Experience working with special‑needs pupils.
• Strong behaviour‑management skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Flexible working patterns to suit your availability.
• Diverse experiences across different schools.
• Competitive daily rates paid weekly.
• Access to Reed Rewards discounts and health benefits.
• Refer‑a‑Friend scheme (£150 per successful referral).
• 24/7 support from the East Leeds team.