Primary Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Primary School in Leeds who are looking to appoint a Primary Teaching Assistant. The school provides a supportive learning environment for pupils across the primary age range, with the successful Primary Teaching Assistant becoming a valued part of the school team.

The school is looking for a Primary Teaching Assistant for both day to day and long-term opportunities from September 2026. The successful Primary Teaching Assistant will support pupils across Key Stage 1 / KS1 or Key Stage 2 / KS2, working alongside class teachers to support learning, engagement and development within the classroom.

The successful Primary Teaching Assistant will have:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not required
• Experience working within a primary school setting
• Experience supporting pupils across KS1 and/or KS2
• A good understanding of the Primary Curriculum
• Strong communication and classroom support skills
• A positive, adaptable and enthusiastic approach

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this Primary Teaching Assistant position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: beth.haller@teacheractive
CONTACT NUMBER: 0113 331 4945

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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