Teaching Assistant - Leeds

Teaching Assistant - Leeds

Location: Leeds
Contract: Monday to Friday (8:30am - 3:30pm), term-time only
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £90 - £95 per day (depending on experience)

NextGen Teachers are delighted to be recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a friendly and inclusive primary school in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school community that puts children's wellbeing, growth, and curiosity at the centre of everything they do.

The role is perfect for someone caring, adaptable, and enthusiastic about supporting children's learning across the school. Whether helping deliver engaging lessons, encouraging positive behaviour, or offering one-to-one support where needed, you will play a key part in ensuring pupils feel confident, valued, and ready to achieve their full potential.

About the Role

As a Classroom Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to create a positive, nurturing, and well-organised learning environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of high-quality learning activities across the curriculum
• Assisting with the planning and preparation of resources to enhance teaching and learning
• Providing individual and small-group support to help pupils make consistent progress
• Building strong, supportive relationships with children to help them feel safe and motivated
• Supporting pupils with a range of needs, including SEND
• Helping maintain a calm, purposeful classroom environment
• Assisting with observation, assessment, and general classroom organisation

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience working with children in a school or similar setting
• A good understanding of how to support pupils with different learning needs
• Willingness to support with personal care if required
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• An understanding of safeguarding and child-protection responsibilities
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Minimum GCSE grade C/4 in English and Maths (science desirable)
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification

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