Supply Teaching Assistant – Mainstream Primary Schools

Location: Wetherby & Boston Spa
Pay: £92.56 – £95 per day
Sector: Mainstream Primary
Job Type: Flexible Supply | Temporary

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work within local primary schools?

Engage Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Supply Teaching Assistants to support a number of mainstream primary schools across Wetherby and Boston Spa.

The schools require additional support to cover staff sickness and absence, meaning there are opportunities to work across different year groups and classroom settings.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, can adapt quickly to new environments and wants the flexibility of working on a supply basis.

What will you be doing?

As a Supply Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting class teachers with the delivery of lessons and classroom activities.

• Working with pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required.

• Helping pupils with their literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities.

• Supporting children with their learning, development and classroom engagement.

• Encouraging positive behaviour and maintaining a supportive learning environment.

• Helping prepare classroom resources and learning activities.

• Adapting to different schools, year groups and classroom routines.

• Providing additional support to ensure lessons can continue smoothly during staff absences.

What are we looking for?

We are keen to hear from candidates who:

• Have previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a UK primary school.

• Have experience supporting children across primary age groups.

• Are confident working with different teachers, pupils and school environments.

• Have a flexible and adaptable approach to work.

• Are reliable, punctual and able to use their initiative.

• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Enjoy supporting children’s learning and development.

Why work with Engage Education?

At Engage Education, we understand that flexibility is important. We aim to match our candidates with opportunities that suit their availability and experience.

• Flexible supply work across Wetherby and Boston Spa.

• Competitive daily pay of £92.56 – £95.

• Opportunities to gain experience across different primary schools.

• A dedicated consultant to support you with bookings and placements.

• Free CPD sessions and professional development opportunities.

• A £50 Amazon voucher when you successfully refer a friend, subject to eligibility.

• Wellbeing support, travel discounts and retail offers through our partners.

How to apply

If you’re an experienced Primary Teaching Assistant looking for flexible supply work in Wetherby and Boston Spa, we’d love to hear from you!

All applicants must have appropriate experience, two suitable professional references and a valid enhanced DBS check before starting work. Full assistance with the DBS process will be provided where required.

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