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Posted 5 days ago
Teaching Assistants - Primary Schools in Wakefield
Reed
📍 Wakefield
EducationFull-time
Job description
<p><strong>Daily Supply Short-Term Long-Term Opportunities</strong></p><strong>Support children. Work locally. Feel valued.</strong><p>Are you an <strong>experienced Teaching Assistant</strong> looking for flexible work, regular placements, or a longer-term role where you can really get to know a school and its pupils?</p><p>I'm working on behalf of <strong>Reed Education</strong>, supporting a growing number of <strong>primary schools across the Wakefield area</strong>, and I'm keen to speak with <strong>reliable, enthusiastic Teaching Assistants</strong> who are passionate about supporting children's learning and development.</p><p>Due to the <strong>high quality of staff within the Reed Wakefield team</strong> and the <strong>strong level of service schools receive</strong>, more schools are choosing to work with Reed. As a result, there is a <strong>high volume of Teaching Assistant work available throughout the academic year</strong>, across <strong>EYFS, KS1 and KS2</strong>.</p><p>This means consistent opportunities, a choice of roles, and schools that genuinely value the contribution of support staff.</p><strong>Opportunities available</strong><ul><li>Daily supply roles offering flexibility and variety</li><li>Short-term assignments covering staff absence and additional support needs</li><li>Long-term roles providing routine, consistency and strong relationships with schools</li><li>General classroom support alongside the class teacher</li><li>1:1 support and small group interventions</li><li>Opportunities to work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2</li><li>Local Wakefield schools with realistic travel expectations</li><li>Competitive daily pay, paid weekly</li></ul><strong>Why Teaching Assistants choose Reed Wakefield</strong><p>Reed Wakefield works closely with its schools, focusing on long-term relationships rather than last-minute cover. Schools continue to join Reed because they trust the quality, professionalism and reliability of the Teaching Assistants they receive.</p><p>For you, this means:</p><ul><li>Regular and reliable work</li><li>Opportunities across a range of year groups and settings</li><li>Schools that respect and value support staff</li><li>Clear communication and proper role information before placements</li><li>A consultant who takes the time to understand what you're looking for</li></ul><p>Whether you want full-time consistency or flexible supply around other commitments, your preferences are taken seriously.</p><strong>Who this role is ideal for</strong><ul><li>Experienced Teaching Assistants with school-based experience</li><li>Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistants, or equivalent experience</li><li>Confident, calm and adaptable individuals</li><li>Those with experience supporting SEN, 1:1 pupils or small groups</li><li>Teaching Assistants who want regular work in Wakefield primary schools</li></ul><strong>Thinking about supply?</strong><p>If you're considering supply for the first time, returning to education, or simply looking for a better level of support from an agency, I'm always happy to have an <strong>open and honest conversation</strong> about what's available and what would genuinely suit you.</p><p>No pressure. No unrealistic promises. Just clear communication and proper support.</p><strong>Apply now</strong><p>If you're a <strong>Teaching Assistant</strong> looking for <strong>regular, high-quality work</strong> in Wakefield primary schools with a trusted agency that values its staff, I'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation about current opportunities.</p><p><em>Reed Education - trusted by schools, valued by support staff.</em></p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?sFiDUbGRNFdM2C9cOGoLFznlL2EBNvF3i" width="0" height="0" />