Educational Teaching Assistant

Educational Teaching Assistant Vision for Education Wakefield, GBAbout the role Teaching Assistant – Part Time / Temporary or Permanent Opportunities Wakefield £350 – £468.85 per week Flexible Start Dates Available

Are you a supportive and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity within welcoming primary schools across the Wakefieldarea?

We are working with a range of friendly and inclusive schools seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support pupils in their learning and development. Whether you are looking for flexible day-to-day supply work, a longer-term placement, or a permanent role, we can help you find an opportunity that suits your experience and career goals.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting teachers and helping pupils to access learning in a positive and engaging classroom environment.

You will work with individuals, small groups, and sometimes the whole class, helping to reinforce learning, promote positive behaviour, and support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development. You will be a valued part of the school team, helping to create an inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

The schools we work with are known for their supportive leadership teams, welcoming staff culture, and strong commitment to pupil progress and wellbeing.

To be considered for this Teaching Assistant role, you will:

• Have recent experience working within a school or educational setting
• Be confident supporting pupils across primary age groups
• Have a genuine passion for working with children and supporting learning
• Be patient, adaptable, and proactive
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team
• Hold relevant TA qualifications or training (desirable but not essential depending on experience)

As part of our team, you will benefit from:

• Competitive weekly pay through the PAYE system
• Flexible work opportunities to suit your availability
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)
• Access to CPD and training opportunities to support your development
• Employer pension contributions
• Opportunities to attend social and networking events
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your placements

We are committed to helping Teaching Assistants find rewarding roles within supportive schools where they can make a real and lasting difference.

We are a market-leading education supply agency dedicated to supporting schools and developing young people. With branches across the UK, we are proud to be an employer of choice for high-quality education staff.

The Edwin Group has been recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026, achieving ‘Excellent’ staff ratings across all categories and industry‑leading levels of employee engagement.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities.

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