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Primary Teaching Assistant : Wakefield
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Are you looking to kickstart or advance your career in education within a supportive Five Towns school?
Do you want to work alongside experienced primary teachers who will mentor and develop your skills?
Are you ready to secure a rewarding full-time support role starting this September?
Randstad Education Leeds helps connect enthusiastic classroom assistants with primary schools looking to strengthen their teaching teams across the Wakefield district. Situated within easy reach of Castleford and Pontefract, this friendly primary school is celebrated for its warm community feel and creative curriculum. Support staff benefit from structured mentoring, modern learning technology, and a welcoming team atmosphere.
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Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Assist classroom teachers with setting up resources, activities, and seasonal displays.
- Lead tailored phonics, reading, and early maths intervention groups to raise pupil attainment.
- Provide targeted 1:1 assistance to pupils who need additional support during core subjects.
- Supervise children during morning arrival, lunchtime breaks, and educational visits.
- Maintain a positive, inclusive environment by modeling respectful, active learning behaviors.
Requirements for the Role
- Experience working alongside young children in educational, care, or voluntary settings.
- A good standard of English and Mathematics (GCSE Grade C/4 or above).
- A warm, flexible, and proactive approach to supporting classroom dynamics.
- An Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or readiness for one).
- Strong interpersonal skills to build quick, trusted rapport with pupils and staff.
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Benefits of Working with Randstad
- Transparent, predictable weekly pay via standard PAYE.
- Dedicated guidance from a local recruitment specialist in our Leeds office.
- Exclusive app discounts covering retail, dining, and supermarket savings.
- Free online training modules to diversify your educational CV.
- GBP300 refer-a-friend incentive scheme.
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