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About Leeds

Leeds combines all the advantages of a large and cosmopolitan city with affordable house prices and a high standard of living, surrounded by the beautiful Yorkshire countryside. Leeds is also a centre of education, with three universities and a student population of around 200,000 – one of the largest in Europe.

This characterful city centre offers a wealth of museums and art galleries with a vibrant nightlife and music scene.

If the inner-city lifestyle isn’t for you, popular suburbs Chapel Allerton and Otley – both a 15 minute commute from the centre of Leeds – are listed on the Sunday Times Best Places to Live in the UK 2018.

Leeds in numbers:

  1. The average rent of a one-bedroom apartment in Leeds is £884, compared to an average of £1,832 pcm in London
  2. The average cost of living for a single person in Leeds is £736 pcm compared to £899 pcm in London
  3. The journey from Leeds to London King’s Cross by train takes 2 hours 15 minutes

Teaching in Leeds

Out of the 324 registered schools in the area:

  1. 49 were rated outstanding in their last OFSTED inspection, 204 were rated as good and 27 require improvement 
  2. 98 are academies, 194 are maintained schools, 15 are independent, 13 are special educational needs schools and 4 are colleges
  3. 269 are primary schools, 72 are secondary schools and 50 are for those aged 16-18

One school in Leeds – The Grammar School – ranks in the top 10 independent secondary schools in Yorkshire.

 

Why choose teaching jobs in Leeds?

  1. A thriving educational centre
  2. The highest quality of life in any UK city
  3. The cost of living is very low for such an urban area
  4. Rich in culture, art and history

At Engage Education we offer teaching vacancies for all subjects, schools and styles of teaching, meaning that whatever your specific requirements, we will find teaching jobs in Leeds that suit you.

We also provide dedicated local support for all teaching placements that we offer.

Latest Leeds School Jobs

SEMH 1:1 Support

  • Sector: SEN

Job Description:
At Engage Education, we ensure that all our support staff are happy and supported, and are offered reliable work. We have built an excellent reputation in and developed strong links with schools in …

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Supply SEN Teaching Assistant

  • Sector: SEN

Job Description:
Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you think you can make a positive influence upon children's lives? At Engage Education we specialise in finding amazing teaching assistants to work in SEN …

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SEN 1:1 Support – Horsforth

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
Are you a passionate SEN TA? Do you have experience working with children that have additional needs? We need you! We are currently looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant in the LS18 area of Leeds to …

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SEND Support Assistant

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
🌟 Join Our Team as a Special Needs Support Assistant in LS9 🌟 Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with special needs in an inclusive educational …

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Complex Needs Assistant – Leeds

  • Sector: SEN

Job Description:
Trainee Complex Needs Assistant Required: We are looking for a passionate individual who wants to begin working and training as an Children's SEND Teaching Assistant who will support schools in …

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English Teacher

  • Sector: Secondary

Job Description:
Teacher of English- January 2024 Engage Education are currently looking to recruit English Teachers to work in some fantastic secondary schools in the Bradford area to cover short and long term …

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History Teacher

  • Sector: Secondary

Job Description:
History teacher required – Leeds Are you a passionate and experienced History teacher with QTS who is seeking a full-time role from January 2024? This role working in an brilliant school in …

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SEND Teacher

  • Sector: SEN

Job Description:
SEN Teacher – KS3/4 Engage Education are currently working in partnership with a special needs school on an exciting new Teaching vacancy in Leeds. This is to start immediately or in January and …

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Youth Engagement Mentor

  • Sector: SEN

Job Description:
Engage Education are currently working with an SEN school in Harrogate looking for a Youth Engagement Mentor to join them in December 2023 on a long-term contract. This role will be working with …

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Youth Engagement Mentor

  • Sector: SEN

Job Description:
Engage Education are currently working with an SEN school in Leeds looking for a Youth Engagement Mentor to join them in December 2023 on a long-term contract. This role will be working with learners …

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Site Assistant

  • Sector: Secondary

Job Description:
Site Assistant required for a School in Leeds At Engage Education, we’re currently recruiting for a Senior site supervisor position in Leeds after building a strong relationship with a local …

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School Business Manager

  • Sector: Secondary

Job Description:
Business Manager Required for a Secondary School in Leeds Business Manager required in Leeds At Engage Education Services, we’ve specialised in recruiting education staff to work in all kinds of …

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School Business Manager

  • Sector: Secondary

Job Description:
Business Manager Required for a Secondary School in Wakefield Business Manager required in Wakefield At Engage Education Services, we’ve specialised in recruiting education staff to work in all …

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Early Years Teaching Assistant

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
A small one-form entry primary school in Leeds are seeking to recruit an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant to support within their Reception class. This is a full-time opportunity and applicants …

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Behaviour Mentor

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
Behaviour Mentor – Secondary School Full-time We are currently working with a Secondary School located in Leeds who are seeking to recruit a full-time Behaviour Mentor to support pupils with …

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SEND Teacher

  • Sector: SEN

Job Description:
SEN Teacher – KS3/4 Engage Education are currently working in partnership with a special needs school on an exciting new Teaching vacancy in Leeds. This is to start immediately or in January and …

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SEMH Teaching Assistant

  • Sector: SEN

Job Description:
SEMH School Teaching Assistant in Harrogate At Engage, we know that a school runs on quality support staff. We’ve spent over a decade building strong relationships with schools in Harrogate and …

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Music Teacher

  • Sector: Secondary

Job Description:
Music Teacher Required for Secondary School in Leeds We’re currently working with a school in Leeds who are seeking a Music Teacher to join their close-knit and dynamic team starting from January …

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