Do you believe every child deserves the best possible education?
Can you build meaningful relationships with students and staff alike?
Do you have a flair for spotting potential and encouraging progress?
About the Role
The school is looking for an enthusiastic, proactive, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join the inclusive and supportive team. This full-time, permanent role begins in September 2025, offering you the opportunity to be a vital part of our students' academic and personal development.As a Teaching Assistant, you'll support teachers across all subject areas, assist individual students or small groups, and contribute to a safe, engaging, and stimulating classroom environment. You'll help ensure that every learner, regardless of background or ability, can thrive and reach their full potential.
School Overview
The School is a forward-thinking secondary school, committed to delivering an excellent education to every student. Our inclusive ethos, strong community spirit, and focus on respect, resilience, and responsibility underpin everything we do. As a Teaching Assistant here, you will be valued, supported, and given opportunities for professional growth.
Position Detail
... - Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
- Start Date: September 2025
- Salary: £18,834 - £20,074 per annum
- Contract Type: Full-Time (Permanent)
Essential Requirements
- Minimum of a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification
- Experience working with young people, ideally in an educational setting
- A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
Key Skills
- Excellent communication (verbal and written)
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Empathy and emotional intelligence
- Team collaboration
- Observation and reporting
Key Responsibilities
- Support teachers in preparing lesson materials and classroom resources
- Assist in delivering lessons and supporting differentiated learning
- Provide one-to-one and small group intervention for students
- Supervise students in lessons, break times, and educational visits
- Support students with specific learning needs, EHCPs, or behavioural challenges
- Observe and record pupil progress, reporting to teachers as required
- Provide feedback to pupils in line with school policy
- Assist with marking and simple assessments under teacher guidance
- Collaborate with SENCOs and external professionals
- Participate in staff meetings and training sessions
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Teaching Assistant. For more information, please contact maria.vidal@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 and ask to speak to Kirsty or Maria
