Teaching Assistant - Wakefield
Job description
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Teaching Assistant
Wakefield Primary Schools
Full-time | Term-time only | £92–£105 per day
Teaching Personnel are recruiting a reliable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work in primary schools across Wakefield. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain classroom experience or move into education — no formal qualifications are required.
We’re looking for the right attitude and a genuine interest in working with children. Previous experience in schools, childcare, sports coaching, youth work, or care settings is highly valued.
The Role
You’ll support pupils’ learning and engagement across the school day, working one-to-one and in small groups, and assisting teachers in creating a positive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group learning support
- Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom routines
- Support pupils to stay focused and engaged
- Supervise pupils during break and lunchtimes
- Build positive relationships with staff, pupils, and parents/carers
Experience & Skills
- Experience working with children or young people is desirable
- Qualifications in childcare or education are a bonus, not essential
- A positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn
If you’re ready to start or grow your career in education, click Apply and submit your CV today.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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⭐ Highlight any childcare, youth work, or sports coaching experience at the top as the advert specifically values this background
📊 Quantify your experience: 'Supported 15 KS1 pupils in phonics, improving reading confidence by 40%'
🌐 Emphasise your DBS status or willingness to obtain enhanced clearance as this is mandatory
🎯 Mention specific age groups you've worked with (KS1/KS2) to show primary school relevance
🤝 Include examples of building positive relationships with children, parents, and teaching staff
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- •Provided 1:1 learning support to 8 KS1 pupils with reading difficulties, improving phonics scores by 35% over one term
- •Supervised 25 primary pupils during break times, implementing playground activities that reduced behavioural incidents by 60%
- •Assisted teachers with lesson delivery across 4 Wakefield primary schools, supporting classroom routines for 180+ pupils daily
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply for the Teaching Assistant position with Teaching Personnel in Wakefield primary schools. Your emphasis on 1:1 support and small group learning aligns perfectly with my passion for helping children achieve their potential, and I am particularly drawn to the opportunity to gain classroom experience across multiple school settings.
My background in working with children has prepared me to provide the reliable, enthusiastic support your schools require. I understand the importance of building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents while maintaining the safeguarding standards essential in educational environments.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How would you support a child who is struggling with phonics in a small group setting?
- ›What strategies would you use to keep KS1 pupils engaged during a maths lesson?
- ›How would you adapt your support for children with different learning needs?
- ›Describe how you would assist a teacher during a science practical lesson
- ›What safeguarding procedures would you follow if a child disclosed something concerning?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you helped a child overcome a learning challenge
- ›Describe a situation where you had to manage difficult behaviour from a young person
- ›Give an example of when you worked as part of a team to support children
- ›How would you handle a situation where a child was upset or distressed?
- ›Tell me about a time you had to adapt your approach when working with children
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell me about a time you helped a child overcome a learning challenge
Describe a situation where you had to manage difficult behaviour from a young person